2009 Ford Escape vs. 2010 Fiat Fiorino
To start off, 2010 Fiat Fiorino 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 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Escape (153 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2010 Fiat Fiorino. (72 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 2010 Fiat Fiorino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Fiat Fiorino weights approximately 179 kg more than 2009 Ford Escape.
Because 2009 Ford Escape is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Fiat Fiorino. 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 (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Fiat Fiorino. (119 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Fiat Fiorino.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Escape | 2010 Fiat Fiorino | |
| Make | Ford | Fiat |
| Model | Escape | Fiorino |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2488 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 45 L |
