2009 Ford Escape vs. 2013 Ford Taurus
To start off, 2013 Ford Taurus 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. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Taurus (284 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 2009 Ford Escape. (169 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Escape.
Because 2013 Ford Taurus is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Ford Escape. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Ford Taurus 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 Taurus (344 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Escape. (171 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Escape. 2013 Ford Taurus has automatic transmission and 2009 Ford Escape has manual transmission. 2009 Ford Escape will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Ford Taurus will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Escape | 2013 Ford Taurus | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Escape | Taurus |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2486 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 169 HP | 284 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 171 Nm | 344 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2177 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.4 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 12.2 L/100km |
