2009 Ford Escape vs. 2012 Suzuki SX4
To start off, 2012 Suzuki SX4 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. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Escape (171 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2012 Suzuki SX4. (150 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 2012 Suzuki SX4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Suzuki SX4 weights approximately 268 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 (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Suzuki SX4. (190 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Suzuki SX4.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford Escape | 2012 Suzuki SX4 | |
Make | Ford | Suzuki |
Model | Escape | SX4 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
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 | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 232 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 972 kg | 1240 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4511 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1544 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.4 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 50 L |