2009 Ford Escape vs. 2013 Scion xD
To start off, 2013 Scion xD 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 2,976 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Escape (172 HP @ 6550 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2013 Scion xD. (126 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 2013 Scion xD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Scion xD weights approximately 168 kg more than 2009 Ford Escape.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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 (302 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Scion xD. (169 Nm @ 4440 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Scion xD.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford Escape | 2013 Scion xD | |
Make | Ford | Scion |
Model | Escape | xD |
Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2976 cc | 1798 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 172 HP | 126 HP |
Engine RPM | 6550 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 302 Nm | 169 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4440 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1022 kg | 1190 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1725 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |