2009 Ford Focus vs. 2010 Ford Escape
To start off, 2010 Ford Escape is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Ford Focus would be higher. At 2,522 cc (5 cylinders), 2009 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Escape (265 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2009 Ford Focus. (222 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Escape weights approximately 458 kg more than 2009 Ford Focus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2010 Ford Escape (339 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Focus. (320 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Focus. 2010 Ford Escape has automatic transmission and 2009 Ford Focus has manual transmission. 2009 Ford Focus will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Ford Escape will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Focus | 2010 Ford Escape | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Focus | Escape |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2522 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 222 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1392 kg | 1850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4717 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1925 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1702 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2824 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 72 L |
