2009 Ford Escape vs. 2011 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Sharan 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 2,976 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Escape (171 HP @ 6550 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2011 Volkswagen Sharan. (113 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 2011 Volkswagen Sharan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 750 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 (303 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Volkswagen Sharan. (280 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Volkswagen Sharan. 2009 Ford Escape has automatic transmission and 2011 Volkswagen Sharan has manual transmission. 2011 Volkswagen Sharan 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 Volkswagen Sharan | |
Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
Model | Escape | Sharan |
Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2976 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 171 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 6550 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 303 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1022 kg | 1772 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4854 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1904 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2919 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.1 L/100km | 4.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |