2009 Ford Escape vs. 2012 Ford C-Max
To start off, 2012 Ford C-Max is newer by 3 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 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Escape (171 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2012 Ford C-Max. (150 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 2012 Ford C-Max. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford C-Max weights approximately 584 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, 2012 Ford C-Max (270 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Escape. (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Ford C-Max will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Escape. 2009 Ford Escape has automatic transmission and 2012 Ford C-Max has manual transmission. 2012 Ford C-Max 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 | 2012 Ford C-Max | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Escape | C-Max |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2488 cc | 1596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 171 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 232 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1828 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1684 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2788 mm |