2009 Ford Escape vs. 2013 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2013 Ford Mustang is newer by 4 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, 2013 Ford Mustang (414 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 243 more horse power than 2009 Ford Escape. (171 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Mustang weights approximately 679 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 2009 Ford Escape is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Ford Mustang. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Ford Escape 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, 2013 Ford Mustang (529 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 297 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Escape. (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Escape. 2009 Ford Escape has automatic transmission and 2013 Ford Mustang has manual transmission. 2013 Ford Mustang 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 | 2013 Ford Mustang | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Escape | Mustang |
Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 171 HP | 414 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 232 Nm | 529 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1645 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4778 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2035 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1412 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 12.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 61 L |