2009 Ford Escape vs. 2003 Ford Lynx
To start off, 2009 Ford Escape is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Ford Lynx. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Ford Lynx would be higher. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Escape (171 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2003 Ford Lynx. (108 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford Lynx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Lynx weights approximately 138 kg more than 2009 Ford Escape.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ford Lynx. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ford Lynx. 2003 Ford Lynx has automatic transmission and 2009 Ford Escape has manual transmission. 2009 Ford Escape will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Ford Lynx will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Escape | 2003 Ford Lynx | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Escape | Lynx |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 232 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 972 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2620 mm |
