2009 Ford Escape vs. 2004 Suzuki Verona
To start off, 2009 Ford Escape is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Suzuki Verona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Suzuki Verona 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 (171 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2004 Suzuki Verona. (155 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 2004 Suzuki Verona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Suzuki Verona weights approximately 511 kg more than 2009 Ford Escape.
Because 2009 Ford Escape is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Suzuki Verona. 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, 2004 Suzuki Verona (240 Nm) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Escape. (232 Nm). This means 2004 Suzuki Verona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Escape | 2004 Suzuki Verona | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | Escape | Verona |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2488 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 232 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1022 kg | 1533 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.6 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.5 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.4 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 65 L |
