2009 Ford Escape vs. 2011 Subaru Outback Sport
To start off, 2011 Subaru Outback Sport 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Subaru Outback Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Subaru Outback Sport (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2009 Ford Escape. (151 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Outback Sport should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Subaru Outback Sport weights approximately 444 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.
Because 2011 Subaru Outback Sport is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Ford Escape. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Outback Sport 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, 2011 Subaru Outback Sport (230 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Escape. (136 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Subaru Outback Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Escape. 2009 Ford Escape has automatic transmission and 2011 Subaru Outback Sport has manual transmission. 2011 Subaru Outback Sport 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.
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2009 Ford Escape | 2011 Subaru Outback Sport | |
Make | Ford | Subaru |
Model | Escape | Outback Sport |
Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2486 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 151 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 136 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1410 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4415 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1481 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2619 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.6 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 6.9 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 64 L |