2009 Ford Escape vs. 2005 Hyundai Tucson
To start off, 2009 Ford Escape is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Hyundai Tucson. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Hyundai Tucson would be higher. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Escape (171 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2005 Hyundai Tucson. (165 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 2005 Hyundai Tucson. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Hyundai Tucson weights approximately 643 kg more than 2009 Ford Escape.
Because 2005 Hyundai Tucson is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Ford Escape. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai Tucson 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, 2005 Hyundai Tucson (245 Nm) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Escape. (232 Nm). This means 2005 Hyundai Tucson will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Escape | 2005 Hyundai Tucson | |
| Make | Ford | Hyundai |
| Model | Escape | Tucson |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 232 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1609 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.6 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.9 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.4 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 65 L |
