2009 Ford Escape vs. 2010 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2010 Toyota Hilux 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 70 more horse power than 2010 Toyota Hilux. (101 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 2010 Toyota Hilux. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Toyota Hilux weights approximately 712 kg more than 2009 Ford Escape.
Because 2010 Toyota Hilux 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 Toyota Hilux 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 Toyota Hilux (260 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Escape. (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Toyota Hilux will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford Escape | 2010 Toyota Hilux | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Escape | Hilux |
Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
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 | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 232 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 972 kg | 1684 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3090 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 80 L |