2009 Ford Escape vs. 2006 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2009 Ford Escape is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 SsangYong Rexton. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 SsangYong Rexton would be higher. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Escape (171 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2006 SsangYong Rexton. (163 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 2006 SsangYong Rexton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 884 kg more than 2009 Ford Escape.
Because 2006 SsangYong Rexton 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, 2006 SsangYong Rexton 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, 2006 SsangYong Rexton (340 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Escape. (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Escape | 2006 SsangYong Rexton | |
| Make | Ford | SsangYong |
| Model | Escape | Rexton |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 232 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.4 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 80 L |
