2009 Ford Escape vs. 2006 Suzuki Verona
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 Verona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Suzuki Verona would be higher. At 2,489 cc, 2006 Suzuki Verona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Suzuki Verona (155 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2009 Ford Escape. (153 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Suzuki Verona should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Suzuki Verona weights approximately 99 kg more than 2009 Ford Escape. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Verona (240 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Escape. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Suzuki Verona 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 Verona | |
Make | Ford | Suzuki |
Model | Escape | Verona |
Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2488 cc | 2489 cc |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 155 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 184 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
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 | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.6 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 6.9 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.4 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 65 L |