2009 Ford Escape vs. 2003 Rover 45
To start off, 2009 Ford Escape is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Rover 45. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Rover 45 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 51 more horse power than 2003 Rover 45. (102 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 2003 Rover 45. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Rover 45 weights approximately 144 kg more than 2009 Ford Escape.
Because 2009 Ford Escape is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Rover 45. 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 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Rover 45. (123 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Rover 45.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Escape | 2003 Rover 45 | |
| Make | Ford | Rover |
| Model | Escape | 45 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2488 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 54 L |
