2009 Ford Escape vs. 2010 Fiat 500
To start off, 2010 Fiat 500 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Ford Escape. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Ford Escape would be higher. At 2,976 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Escape (171 HP @ 6550 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 2010 Fiat 500. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 2010 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Fiat 500 weights approximately 33 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 (303 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Fiat 500. (145 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Fiat 500. 2009 Ford Escape has automatic transmission and 2010 Fiat 500 has manual transmission. 2010 Fiat 500 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.
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2009 Ford Escape | 2010 Fiat 500 | |
Make | Ford | Fiat |
Model | Escape | 500 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2976 cc | 1248 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 171 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 6550 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 303 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 69.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 82 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1022 kg | 1055 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 4.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 35 L |