2009 Ford Escape vs. 2005 Mazda Drifter
To start off, 2009 Ford Escape is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mazda Drifter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mazda Drifter would be higher. At 2,606 cc, 2005 Mazda Drifter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Escape (153 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2005 Mazda Drifter. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda Drifter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda Drifter weights approximately 594 kg more than 2009 Ford Escape.
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, 2005 Mazda Drifter (206 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Escape. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Mazda Drifter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford Escape | 2005 Mazda Drifter | |
Make | Ford | Mazda |
Model | Escape | Drifter |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2488 cc | 2606 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 184 Nm | 206 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1560 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2990 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 80 L |