2009 Ford Escape Hybrid FWD vs 2009 Ford Explorer 4WD
| EPA figure | 2009 Ford Escape Hybrid FWD | 2009 Ford Explorer 4WD |
|---|---|---|
| Model year | 2009 | 2009 |
| Body · drive | SUV · Front-Wheel Drive · Hybrid | SUV · 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive · Gas |
| Combined MPG | 32 | 15 |
| City / highway MPG | 34 / 31 | 13 / 19 |
| Fuel a year | $2,100 | $4,450 |
| Tailpipe CO₂ (g/mi) | 278 | 592 |
| Engine | 2.5 L 4-cyl | 4.0 L 6-cyl |
| Transmission | Automatic (variable gear ratios) | Automatic 5-spd |
▲ marks the better official figure on that line: more range, MPG or MPGe; less fuel cost or CO₂. From fueleconomy.gov.