2009 Ford Escape vs. 2010 Hyundai ix35
To start off, 2010 Hyundai ix35 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. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Escape (171 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2010 Hyundai ix35. (113 HP @ 400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 2010 Hyundai ix35. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Hyundai ix35 weights approximately 565 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, 2010 Hyundai ix35 (260 Nm @ 1250 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Escape. (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Hyundai ix35 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 Hyundai ix35 | |
Make | Ford | Hyundai |
Model | Escape | ix35 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
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 | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 400 RPM |
Torque | 232 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 972 kg | 1537 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2640 mm |