2009 Ford Escape vs. 2011 Mazda 2
To start off, 2011 Mazda 2 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 76 more horse power than 2011 Mazda 2. (75 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 2011 Mazda 2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mazda 2 weights approximately 64 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, 2009 Ford Escape (136 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mazda 2. (119 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mazda 2. 2009 Ford Escape has automatic transmission and 2011 Mazda 2 has manual transmission. 2011 Mazda 2 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Ford Escape will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Escape | 2011 Mazda 2 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Escape | 2 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2486 cc | 1349 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 151 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1695 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1475 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2489 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 43 L |
