2009 Ford Escape vs. 2006 Hyundai Coupe
To start off, 2009 Ford Escape is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Hyundai Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Hyundai Coupe would be higher. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Escape (171 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2006 Hyundai Coupe. (166 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 2006 Hyundai Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Coupe weights approximately 436 kg more than 2009 Ford Escape.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 2006 Hyundai Coupe (245 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Escape. (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Hyundai Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Escape | 2006 Hyundai Coupe | |
| Make | Ford | Hyundai |
| Model | Escape | Coupe |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| 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 | 166 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 232 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 972 kg | 1408 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 10.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 55 L |
