2009 Ford Escape vs. 2002 Vauxhall Monaro
To start off, 2009 Ford Escape is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Vauxhall Monaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Vauxhall Monaro would be higher. In terms of performance, 2002 Vauxhall Monaro (383 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 212 more horse power than 2009 Ford Escape. (171 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Vauxhall Monaro should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Vauxhall Monaro weights approximately 694 kg more than 2009 Ford Escape. 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 Vauxhall Monaro. 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, 2002 Vauxhall Monaro (510 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 278 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Escape. (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2002 Vauxhall Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford Escape | 2002 Vauxhall Monaro | |
Make | Ford | Vauxhall |
Model | Escape | Monaro |
Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 171 HP | 383 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 232 Nm | 510 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1660 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 75 L |