2009 Ford Escape vs. 2007 Mazda Drifter
To start off, 2009 Ford Escape is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Mazda Drifter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Mazda Drifter would be higher. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Escape (171 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2007 Mazda Drifter. (123 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 2007 Mazda Drifter.
Because 2009 Ford Escape is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Mazda Drifter. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Ford Escape 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, 2009 Ford Escape (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mazda Drifter. (206 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mazda Drifter. 2009 Ford Escape has automatic transmission and 2007 Mazda Drifter has manual transmission. 2007 Mazda Drifter will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Ford Escape will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Escape | 2007 Mazda Drifter | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Escape | Drifter |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 232 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 13.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 82 L |
