2009 Ford Escape vs. 2013 Scion iQ
To start off, 2013 Scion iQ 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, 2009 Ford Escape (171 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 2013 Scion iQ. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 2013 Scion iQ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Escape weights approximately 6 kg more than 2013 Scion iQ. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Scion iQ is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Ford Escape. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Scion iQ 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, 2009 Ford Escape (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Scion iQ. (121 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Scion iQ.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Escape | 2013 Scion iQ | |
| Make | Ford | Scion |
| Model | Escape | iQ |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | single |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 232 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Electric |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Single Speed |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3045 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2000 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.6 L/100km | 4.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.9 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
