2009 Ford Escape vs. 2009 GMC Sierra
To start off, both 2009 Ford Escape and 2009 GMC Sierra were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,967 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 GMC Sierra (327 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 2009 Ford Escape. (172 HP @ 6550 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Escape.
Because 2009 Ford Escape is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 GMC Sierra. 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 GMC Sierra (367 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Escape. (302 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2009 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford Escape | 2009 GMC Sierra | |
Make | Ford | GMC |
Model | Escape | Sierra |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2976 cc | 5967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 172 HP | 327 HP |
Engine RPM | 6550 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 302 Nm | 367 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2950 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 98 L |