2009 Ford Escape vs. 2006 Suzuki Reno
To start off, 2009 Ford Escape is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Suzuki Reno. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Suzuki Reno would be higher. At 2,486 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Escape (151 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2006 Suzuki Reno. (126 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 2006 Suzuki Reno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Suzuki Reno weights approximately 99 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 Suzuki Reno (178 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Escape. (136 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Suzuki Reno will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford Escape | 2006 Suzuki Reno | |
Make | Ford | Suzuki |
Model | Escape | Reno |
Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2486 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 151 HP | 126 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 136 Nm | 178 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1065 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.6 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 6.9 L/100km | 10.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.4 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 55 L |