2009 Ford Escape vs. 2009 Scion tC
To start off, both 2009 Ford Escape and 2009 Scion tC were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Escape (171 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2009 Scion tC. (161 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 2009 Scion tC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Scion tC weights approximately 343 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, 2009 Ford Escape (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Scion tC. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Scion tC.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford Escape | 2009 Scion tC | |
Make | Ford | Scion |
Model | Escape | tC |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 171 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 232 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 972 kg | 1315 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.4 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 55 L |