2009 Hyundai i10 vs. 2013 Ford Escape
To start off, 2013 Ford Escape is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Hyundai i10. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Hyundai i10 would be higher. At 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Escape (176 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 2009 Hyundai i10. (66 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 2009 Hyundai i10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Escape weights approximately 592 kg more than 2009 Hyundai i10. 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, 2013 Ford Escape (321 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hyundai i10. (99 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2013 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hyundai i10.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Hyundai i10 | 2013 Ford Escape | |
| Make | Hyundai | Ford |
| Model | i10 | Escape |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1086 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 176 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 99 Nm | 321 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 67.1 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1592 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4524 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 2078 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1684 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 57 L |
