2009 Ford Escape vs. 2004 Ford F-150
To start off, 2009 Ford Escape is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford F-150. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford F-150 would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford F-150 (231 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2009 Ford Escape. (172 HP @ 6550 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford F-150 weights approximately 1192 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.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2004 Ford F-150 (398 Nm) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Escape. (302 Nm). This means 2004 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford Escape | 2004 Ford F-150 | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Escape | F-150 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2976 cc | 4605 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 172 HP | 231 HP |
Engine RPM | 6550 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 302 Nm | 398 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 90 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1022 kg | 2214 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 6210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 4000 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 114 L |