2009 Ford Escape vs. 2011 Hyundai Accent
To start off, 2011 Hyundai Accent 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 2,486 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Escape (151 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2011 Hyundai Accent. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 2011 Hyundai Accent. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Hyundai Accent weights approximately 136 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, 2011 Hyundai Accent (167 Nm @ 4850 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Escape. (136 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Hyundai Accent will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford Escape | 2011 Hyundai Accent | |
Make | Ford | Hyundai |
Model | Escape | Accent |
Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2486 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 151 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 136 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4850 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1102 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4115 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1699 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.6 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 6.9 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 43 L |