2009 Ford Escape vs. 2010 Ford Escape
To start off, 2010 Ford Escape 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 2,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Escape (265 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 2009 Ford Escape. (153 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Escape weights approximately 884 kg more than 2009 Ford Escape. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Ford Escape is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Ford Escape. 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, 2010 Ford Escape (339 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Escape. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Escape.
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2009 Ford Escape | 2010 Ford Escape | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Escape | Escape |
Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2488 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 184 Nm | 339 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4717 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1925 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1702 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2824 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.7 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 8.1 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 72 L |