2009 Ford Escape vs. 2011 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2011 Kia Sportage 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, 2011 Kia Sportage (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 2009 Ford Escape. (151 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Kia Sportage weights approximately 536 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.
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 Kia Sportage (358 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Escape. (136 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford Escape | 2011 Kia Sportage | |
Make | Ford | Kia |
Model | Escape | Sportage |
Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2486 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 151 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 136 Nm | 358 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1850 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1502 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1854 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1636 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2639 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.6 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 6.9 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 55 L |