2009 Porsche Cayenne vs. 2012 Ford Escape
To start off, 2012 Ford Escape is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Porsche Cayenne. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Porsche Cayenne would be higher. At 3,189 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche Cayenne (247 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2012 Ford Escape. (171 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 2012 Ford Escape.
Because 2009 Porsche Cayenne is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Ford Escape. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Porsche Cayenne 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 Porsche Cayenne (310 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Ford Escape. (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Porsche Cayenne | 2012 Ford Escape | |
| Make | Porsche | Ford |
| Model | Cayenne | Escape |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3189 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4437 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1806 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1725 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2619 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 66 L |
