2009 Ford Escape vs. 2012 SSC Tuatara
To start off, 2012 SSC Tuatara 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 6,932 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 SSC Tuatara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 SSC Tuatara (1,350 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 1179 more horse power than 2009 Ford Escape. (171 HP @ 6550 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 SSC Tuatara should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 SSC Tuatara weights approximately 281 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 2012 SSC Tuatara is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2012 SSC Tuatara. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Ford Escape, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 SSC Tuatara (1,042 Nm @ 6800 RPM) has 740 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Escape. (302 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2012 SSC Tuatara 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 SSC Tuatara has manual transmission. 2012 SSC Tuatara 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 SSC Tuatara | |
Make | Ford | SSC |
Model | Escape | Tuatara |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2975 cc | 6932 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 171 HP | 1350 HP |
Engine RPM | 6550 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 302 Nm | 1042 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 8.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1247 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1991 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1092 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2667 mm |