2009 Volkswagen Tiguan 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 Volkswagen Tiguan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Escape (237 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan. (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Escape weights approximately 386 kg more than 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan. 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 (366 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan. (281 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2013 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Volkswagen Tiguan | 2013 Ford Escape | |
Make | Volkswagen | Ford |
Model | Tiguan | Escape |
Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1982 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 237 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 281 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.9 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 10.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1247 kg | 1633 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4524 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2078 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1684 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 57 L |