2009 Ford Escape vs. 2011 Chrysler 200
To start off, 2011 Chrysler 200 is newer by 2 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Chrysler 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chrysler 200 (283 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 2009 Ford Escape. (171 HP @ 6550 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chrysler 200 should accelerate faster 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, 2011 Chrysler 200 (352 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Escape. (302 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2011 Chrysler 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Escape | 2011 Chrysler 200 | |
| Make | Ford | Chrysler |
| Model | Escape | 200 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2975 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 283 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6550 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 302 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4948 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2766 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.1 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 64 L |
