2009 Ford Escape vs. 2005 Morgan 44
To start off, 2009 Ford Escape is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Morgan 44. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Morgan 44 would be higher. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Escape (171 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2005 Morgan 44. (115 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 2005 Morgan 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Morgan 44 weights approximately 8 kg more than 2009 Ford Escape.
Because 2005 Morgan 44 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Morgan 44. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Ford Escape, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Morgan 44. (160 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Morgan 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Escape | 2005 Morgan 44 | |
| Make | Ford | Morgan |
| Model | Escape | 44 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 232 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 972 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 50 L |
