2009 Ford Escape vs. 2002 Suzuki Wagon R+
To start off, 2009 Ford Escape is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Suzuki Wagon R+. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Suzuki Wagon R+ would be higher. At 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Escape (153 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2002 Suzuki Wagon R+. (126 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 2002 Suzuki Wagon R+. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Escape weights approximately 111 kg more than 2002 Suzuki Wagon R+. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Ford Escape is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Suzuki Wagon R+. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Ford Escape will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2009 Ford Escape (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Suzuki Wagon R+. (106 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Suzuki Wagon R+.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Escape | 2002 Suzuki Wagon R+ | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | Escape | Wagon R+ |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2488 cc | 1171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 42 L |
