2009 Ford Escape vs. 2007 Skoda Fabia
To start off, 2009 Ford Escape is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Skoda Fabia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Skoda Fabia 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 (169 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2007 Skoda Fabia. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 2007 Skoda Fabia.
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, 2007 Skoda Fabia (195 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Escape. (171 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Skoda Fabia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Escape | 2007 Skoda Fabia | |
| Make | Ford | Skoda |
| Model | Escape | Fabia |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2486 cc | 1422 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 169 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 171 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 19.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1650 mm |
