2009 Ford Escape vs. 2010 Fiat Sedici
To start off, 2010 Fiat Sedici 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 2,486 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Escape (169 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2010 Fiat Sedici. (119 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 2010 Fiat Sedici.
Because 2010 Fiat Sedici is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Ford Escape. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Fiat Sedici 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, 2010 Fiat Sedici (280 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Escape. (171 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Fiat Sedici will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Escape | 2010 Fiat Sedici | |
| Make | Ford | Fiat |
| Model | Escape | Sedici |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2486 cc | 1910 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 169 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 171 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1760 mm |
