Ford Mustang (2009) vs. Ford Escape (2009-) Feature Comparison at TrueDelta: Optional and standard features by trim

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Features Comparison: Ford Mustang vs. Ford Escape

Model Year	2009	2009	2009	2009	2009	2009-	2009-	2009-	2009-	2009-
Model	Mustang	Mustang	Mustang	Mustang	Mustang	Escape	Escape	Escape	Escape	Escape
Trim	V6	V6 Premium	GT	GT Premium	Shelby GT500	XLS	XLT	Limited	Hybrid	Hybrid Limited

Engines
4.0L V6 OHC-2v 210 hp@5250 240 lb-ft@3500
4.6L V8 OHC-2v 300 hp@5750 320 lb-ft@4500
4.6L V8 OHC-3v 315 hp@6000 325 lb-ft@4250
supercharged 5.2L V8 DOHC-4v 760 hp@7300 625 lb-ft@5000
2.5L I4 DOHC-4v 175 hp@6000 175 lb-ft@4500
3.0L V6 DOHC-4v 240 hp@6550 223 lb-ft@4300
2.5L I4 Hybrid DOHC-4v 163 hp@6250 152 lb-ft@4500
Transmissions
5-speed manual
5-speed automatic
6-speed manual
6-speed automatic
CVT
Drivetrains
RWD
FWD
AWD
Final Drive Ratios
3.55 axle ratio
3.73 axle ratio
Tires
215/65R16 tires
235/55ZR17 tires
235/50ZR18 tires
285/40ZR18 tires
255/45ZR18 tires
235/70R16 tires
225/65R17 tires
Audio Systems
Unbranded, 80W, 4 speakers
Unbranded, 500W, 6 speakers (with subwoofer)
Shaker, 550W, 9 speakers (with subwoofer)
Shaker, 370W, 8 speakers (with subwoofer)
Unbranded, 320W, 7 speakers (with subwoofer)
Accessories
AC power outletPowers devices with a regular home electrical outlet. Limited wattage: forget about using it to power a blow drier.
Powers devices with a regular home electrical outlet. Limited wattage: forget about using it to power a blow drier.
Cruise control
Keyless entry keypadUnlock the car by entering a code on a door-mounted keypad.
Unlock the car by entering a code on a door-mounted keypad.
Power front side windowsOften must be ordered with power rear side windows, if these are available.
Often must be ordered with power rear side windows, if these are available.
Power locks
Power rear side windows
Remote keyless entryUnlock and lock the car using buttons on the keyfob.
Unlock and lock the car using buttons on the keyfob.
Remote startStart the car using a button on the keyfob. Interior can be a comfortable temperature as soon as you get in.
Start the car using a button on the keyfob. Interior can be a comfortable temperature as soon as you get in.
Tilt steering wheel, manual
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety
4-wheel disc brakesRear disc brakes.
Rear disc brakes.
911 assistAutomatically contacts 911 through a linked cell phone in the event of a severe collision.
Automatically contacts 911 through a linked cell phone in the event of a severe collision.
AlarmOnly listed when pricing a single model because insufficient data for all cars.
Only listed when pricing a single model because insufficient data for all cars.
Antilock brakes (ABS)Automatically pulse the brakes in hard stops to prevent wheels from locking up, making it possible to brake and steer at the same time.
Automatically pulse the brakes in hard stops to prevent wheels from locking up, making it possible to brake and steer at the same time.
Brake assistWhen a panic stop is sensed, fully applies the brakes.
When a panic stop is sensed, fully applies the brakes.
Front airbagsMandatory, in all cars.
Mandatory, in all cars.
Front side airbagsTorso-level front row airbags, usually contained in the seats. Many also protect the head, but not as well as side curtain airbags.
Torso-level front row airbags, usually contained in the seats. Many also protect the head, but not as well as side curtain airbags.
Full-size spare tire
Obstacle detection, rearBeeps signal distance to object behind vehicle. Parking aid.
Beeps signal distance to object behind vehicle. Parking aid.
Performance braking system (optional)Only listed if not standard on all trims. No value because no way to compare across models.
Only listed if not standard on all trims. No value because no way to compare across models.
Rollover sensorDeploys extended duration side curtain airbags when the vehicle rolls over. Usually included on tall vehicles. Rare on others.
Deploys extended duration side curtain airbags when the vehicle rolls over. Usually included on tall vehicles. Rare on others.
Side curtain airbagsAirbags contained just above the window level. Except in cars without a rear seat usually cover first and second row.
Airbags contained just above the window level. Except in cars without a rear seat usually cover first and second row.
Stability controlSelectively applies the brakes to prevent excessive understeer or oversteer (spinning).
Selectively applies the brakes to prevent excessive understeer or oversteer (spinning).
Temporary spare tire
Tire-pressure monitorTwo types: a warning light when a tire is low on air and a pressure readout for each tire.
Two types: a warning light when a tire is low on air and a pressure readout for each tire.
Traction controlWhen a drive wheel slips, it is braked and/or engine power is reduced, restoring traction.
When a drive wheel slips, it is braked and/or engine power is reduced, restoring traction.
Vehicle health reportsPeriodically uploads and emails a vehicle diagnostic check.
Periodically uploads and emails a vehicle diagnostic check.
Cargo Management
Cargo cover
Cargo net
Cargo tray
Class II trailer hitchHitch rated for up to 3,500 pounds. Capacity of the vehicle could be lower.
Hitch rated for up to 3,500 pounds. Capacity of the vehicle could be lower.
Console with shifter
Liftglass or two-piece tailgateDo not have to open entire tailgate to access the cargo area.
Do not have to open entire tailgate to access the cargo area.
Overhead sunglass holderUsually part of an overhead console.
Usually part of an overhead console.
Purse holder
Roof rack crossbarsRequires roof rails. Together constitute a roof rack.
Requires roof rails. Together constitute a roof rack.
Roof railsNo crossbars.
No crossbars.
Storage beneath cargo floorLarge storage area beneath the load floor, often compartmentalized.
Large storage area beneath the load floor, often compartmentalized.
Trailering equipment (4 wire)Includes four-wire harness, limited to relatively small trailers.
Includes four-wire harness, limited to relatively small trailers.
Climate Control
Air conditioning
Automatic climate control, frontMaintains set temperature in front row. Requires air conditioning and does not include its value.
Maintains set temperature in front row. Requires air conditioning and does not include its value.
Dual-zone climate controlTemperature can be separately set for left and right sides of the passenger compartment. Requires air conditioning and does not include its value.
Temperature can be separately set for left and right sides of the passenger compartment. Requires air conditioning and does not include its value.
Rear defrost
Rear wiper
Variable intermittent wipersTime between wipes can be precisely adjusted.
Time between wipes can be precisely adjusted.
Drivetrain
Limited-slip rear differentialWhen one rear wheel spins, the differential locks up, sending power to the wheel with better traction.
When one rear wheel spins, the differential locks up, sending power to the wheel with better traction.
Engine / Motor
Cold air intake (optional)Engine intake placed to take in relatively cool outside air, as opposed to underhood air. Might add a few horsepower.
Engine intake placed to take in relatively cool outside air, as opposed to underhood air. Might add a few horsepower.
Engine dress-up (optional)Only listed if not standard on all trims. No value because no way to compare across models.
Only listed if not standard on all trims. No value because no way to compare across models.
Engine-block heaterPlugs into electrical outlet to warm up the engine. Facilitates starting in extreme cold.
Plugs into electrical outlet to warm up the engine. Facilitates starting in extreme cold.
Oil coolerOnly listed if not standard on all trims. No value because no way to compare across models.
Only listed if not standard on all trims. No value because no way to compare across models.
Sport exhaustChanges sound of exhaust and/or appearance of the tips. In some cases might slightly improve performance.
Changes sound of exhaust and/or appearance of the tips. In some cases might slightly improve performance.
Exterior
Bodyside stripesOnly listed if not standard on all trims. No value because no way to compare across models.
Only listed if not standard on all trims. No value because no way to compare across models.
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s)Increasingly often these are not actually connected to the exhaust.
Increasingly often these are not actually connected to the exhaust.
Bright-finished fuel doorChrome or satin-painted fuel door.
Chrome or satin-painted fuel door.
Chrome grille (optional)Only listed if not standard on all trims. No value because no way to compare across models.
Only listed if not standard on all trims. No value because no way to compare across models.
Deep-tinted rear windows
Front splitter spoilerSpoiler mounted beneath the nose of the car, to increase downforce.
Spoiler mounted beneath the nose of the car, to increase downforce.
Glass roof panel(s)One or more glass panels in the roof that cannot be opened or removed.
One or more glass panels in the roof that cannot be opened or removed.
Hood scoopScoop on the hood, often not functional and purely decorative.
Scoop on the hood, often not functional and purely decorative.
Hood stripesOnly listed if not standard on all trims. No value because no way to compare across models.
Only listed if not standard on all trims. No value because no way to compare across models.
Mud guardsFlaps mounted behind two to four wheels, to protect the body from mud and rocks.
Flaps mounted behind two to four wheels, to protect the body from mud and rocks.
Paint, special green
Rear bumper protector
Rear spoilerCan be small lip spoiler or a larger raised spoiler.
Can be small lip spoiler or a larger raised spoiler.
Running boards
Side scoopsScoops ahed of the rear wheels, often not functional and purely decorative. When functional, either provide air to rear-mounted engine or rear brake ducts.
Scoops ahed of the rear wheels, often not functional and purely decorative. When functional, either provide air to rear-mounted engine or rear brake ducts.
Special exterior trimOnly listed if not standard on all trims. No value because no way to compare across models.
Only listed if not standard on all trims. No value because no way to compare across models.
Sunroof
Gas Guzzler Tax
-2200
-3000
1300
Infotainment
Audio controls on steering wheel
Aux inputJack for an iPod or similar device. No value because of incomplete data. Will soon be standard on nearly every car.
Jack for an iPod or similar device. No value because of incomplete data. Will soon be standard on nearly every car.
Bluetooth cell phone linkEnables hands-free communication by wirelessly connecting a cell phone to a microphone and the vehicle's stereo speakers.
Enables hands-free communication by wirelessly connecting a cell phone to a microphone and the vehicle's stereo speakers.
CD changer, in-dashIncludes CD player.
Includes CD player.
CD player
iPod integrationIntegrates an iPod with the vehicle's controls and speakers. Usually included if there is a USB port, but can also rely on a proprietary port.
Integrates an iPod with the vehicle's controls and speakers. Usually included if there is a USB port, but can also rely on a proprietary port.
MP3-compatible playerAudio system capable of playing discs with MP3 files.
Audio system capable of playing discs with MP3 files.
Navigation systemScreen-based navigation system.
Screen-based navigation system.
Satellite radioXM or Sirius. Includes a subscription for three to six months, after which monthly fees apply.
XM or Sirius. Includes a subscription for three to six months, after which monthly fees apply.
SMS text-to-speech readerConverts text messages to speech.
Converts text messages to speech.
SYNC
USB portOften permits an iPod or phone to be integrated into the vehicle's entertainment system and controls.
Often permits an iPod or phone to be integrated into the vehicle's entertainment system and controls.
Voice control for audio systemSometimes also includes voice control over climate control system.
Sometimes also includes voice control over climate control system.
Voice control for external devicesPhone or other device operated via the vehicle's voice command system. Requires a compatible device--all aren't supported.
Phone or other device operated via the vehicle's voice command system. Requires a compatible device--all aren't supported.
Voice control for nav and audioSometimes also includes voice control over climate control system.
Sometimes also includes voice control over climate control system.
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors
Auto-dimming rearview mirrorInterior rearview mirror automatically dims when hit by headlights of following vehicle.
Interior rearview mirror automatically dims when hit by headlights of following vehicle.
Automatic headlightsHeadlights automatically turn on and off. Includes value of automatic-off headlights.
Headlights automatically turn on and off. Includes value of automatic-off headlights.
Auxiliary gaugesOnly listed if not standard on all trims. No value because no way to compare across models.
Only listed if not standard on all trims. No value because no way to compare across models.
Boost gaugeReports the amount of boost being provided by the supercharger or turbocharger.
Reports the amount of boost being provided by the supercharger or turbocharger.
CompassWe haven't given this feature a value because it's hard to tell which cars have it.
We haven't given this feature a value because it's hard to tell which cars have it.
Fog lightsLight wide area close in front of the vehicle.
Light wide area close in front of the vehicle.
Heated mirrorsClears ice and fog from mirrors.
Clears ice and fog from mirrors.
Illuminated visor mirror, driverIncludes value of non-illuminated vanity mirror.
Includes value of non-illuminated vanity mirror.
Illuminated visor mirror, passengerIncludes value of non-illuminated vanity mirror.
Includes value of non-illuminated vanity mirror.
Interior ambient lightingLEDs cast a soft glow over and/or highlight parts of the interior.
LEDs cast a soft glow over and/or highlight parts of the interior.
Large energy flow and fuel economy displayStandard or optional in some hybrid vehicles. Fancy display of power flows, enhanced trip computer information.
Standard or optional in some hybrid vehicles. Fancy display of power flows, enhanced trip computer information.
Map lightsFront row reading lights.
Front row reading lights.
Outside temperature display
Perimeter approach lightingArea around the vehicle is illuminated when the vehicle is remotely unlocked.
Area around the vehicle is illuminated when the vehicle is remotely unlocked.
Power mirrorsIncludes value of manual remote mirrors.
Includes value of manual remote mirrors.
TachometerReports engine speed.
Reports engine speed.
Trip computerReports average fuel economy, and perhaps also instantaneous fuel economy, distance to empty, average speed, and other stats.
Reports average fuel economy, and perhaps also instantaneous fuel economy, distance to empty, average speed, and other stats.
Upgraded instrumentsOnly listed if not standard on all trims. No value because no way to compare across models.
Only listed if not standard on all trims. No value because no way to compare across models.
Visor mirror, driver
Visor mirror, passenger
Xenon HID headlightsProvide a brighter, whiter light than halogen headlights.
Provide a brighter, whiter light than halogen headlights.
Seats and Interior Trim
Front buckets
Front sport buckets
Second-row 2-section 2-person split bench
Second-row 2-section 3-person split bench
All-weather floor matsAll-weather floormats.
All-weather floormats.
Aluminum trimReal aluminum trim on instrument panel, door panels, and/or center console. Deleted by wood trim even if they appear together.
Real aluminum trim on instrument panel, door panels, and/or center console. Deleted by wood trim even if they appear together.
Center armrest(s), front row
Door sill trim plates
Floor mats
Folding second row seatsSeat folds to enlarge cargo area. Unless the seat is also removable, it usually folds flat or nearly flat.
Seat folds to enlarge cargo area. Unless the seat is also removable, it usually folds flat or nearly flat.
Heated front seats
Leather seating surfacesSeating surfaces are trimmed in leather; other upholstery tends to be leatherette.
Seating surfaces are trimmed in leather; other upholstery tends to be leatherette.
Leather-wrapped steering wheel
Manual height adjuster, driver seat
Metal pedals
No leather in second row
Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat
Power height adjuster, driver seat
Power height adjuster, passenger seat
Power lumbar adjuster, driver seatPower-adjustable lower back support.
Power-adjustable lower back support.
Power tilt adjuster, driver seatPower tilting seat cushion; can take the form of a second height adjustment.
Power tilting seat cushion; can take the form of a second height adjustment.
Power tilt adjuster, passenger seatPower tilting seat cushion; can take the form of a second height adjustment.
Power tilting seat cushion; can take the form of a second height adjustment.
Special interior trimOnly listed if not standard on all trims. No value because no way to compare across models.
Only listed if not standard on all trims. No value because no way to compare across models.
Upholstered instrument panel
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires
Alloy wheels
Chrome-clad alloy wheelsAlloy wheels with a chromed plastic veneer. Replace and include value of regular alloy wheels.
Alloy wheels with a chromed plastic veneer. Replace and include value of regular alloy wheels.
Chrome-plated alloy wheelsAlloy wheels plated with chrome. Some use a more durable, alternative process (PVD, Superchrome). Replace and include value of regular alloy wheels.
Alloy wheels plated with chrome. Some use a more durable, alternative process (PVD, Superchrome). Replace and include value of regular alloy wheels.
Machined alloy wheelsOuter surface of alloy wheels machines to yield a bright finish. Replace and include value of reqular alloy wheels.
Outer surface of alloy wheels machines to yield a bright finish. Replace and include value of reqular alloy wheels.
Polished alloy wheelsAlloy wheels highly polished to yield an almost chrome-like finish. In the past valued more highly than regular alloy wheels. But the term is used so broadly lately, often meaning that only some of the wheel face is machined, that they have the same defau
Alloy wheels highly polished to yield an almost chrome-like finish. In the past valued more highly than regular alloy wheels. But the term is used so broadly lately, often meaning that only some of the wheel face is machined, that they have the same defau
Sport suspension (upgrade)Only listed if not standard on all trims. No value because no way to compare across models.
Only listed if not standard on all trims. No value because no way to compare across models.
Strut tower brace (optional)Improves body stiffness, for more precise handling. Value of zero because resulting body stiffness not comparable model to model.
Improves body stiffness, for more precise handling. Value of zero because resulting body stiffness not comparable model to model.
Ultra-sport suspension (upgrade)Only listed if not standard on all trims. No value because no way to compare across models.
Only listed if not standard on all trims. No value because no way to compare across models.
Wheel locksLug nuts that can only be removed using a special key. Prevents theft of wheels.
Lug nuts that can only be removed using a special key. Prevents theft of wheels.
White-letter tiresThe letters on the tire sidewalls are white rather than black.
The letters on the tire sidewalls are white rather than black.

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Option Package Contents

Enhanced Security Package

Features
Antilock brakes (ABS)
Traction control
Alarm

Enhanced Security Package

Features
Antilock brakes (ABS)
Traction control
Alarm

Pony Package

Features
Fog lights
Chrome grille (optional)

Premium Plus Package

Features
Heated front seats
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat
Auto-dimming rearview mirror
Power height adjuster, passenger seat
Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat
Compass

Equipment Group 301A

Features
Hood scoop
Engine dress-up (optional)

Convenience Package

Features
Performance braking system (optional)
Special exterior trim
Paint, special green
Sport exhaust
Cold air intake (optional)
Strut tower brace (optional)
Front sport buckets
3.73 axle ratio
4.6L V8 OHC-3v 315 hp@6000 325 lb-ft@4250

Equipment Group 301A

Features
Hood scoop
Engine dress-up (optional)

California Special Package

Features
Polished alloy wheels
Bodyside stripes
Side scoops

Premium Plus Package

Features
Heated front seats
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat
Auto-dimming rearview mirror
Power height adjuster, passenger seat
Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat
Compass

Premier Trim Package

Features
Special interior trim
Metal pedals
Upholstered instrument panel

Convenience Package

Features
Roof rack crossbars
Cargo cover
Storage beneath cargo floor
Storage beneath cargo floor

Convenience Package

Features
Roof rack crossbars
Cargo cover
Storage beneath cargo floor
Storage beneath cargo floor

Towing Package

Features
Sunroof

Convenience Package

Features
Roof rack crossbars
Cargo cover
Storage beneath cargo floor
Storage beneath cargo floor

SYNC 3 with SYNC Connect

Features
Sunroof
Purse holder

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What Our Members Are Saying about the Available Features of the 2009 Ford Mustang

2009 Ford Mustang Available Features: Pros
Year	Body/Powertrain	Comment
2010	2dr Coupe 315-horsepower 4.6L V8 5-speed manual RWD	Loaded without paying for the goodies. Everything but a nav system came stock. see full Ford Mustang review
2008	2dr Coupe 210-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed manual RWD	Sirius is nice, controls on wheel work well, audio not at all bad see full Ford Mustang review

2009 Ford Mustang Available Features: Cons
Year	Body/Powertrain	Comment
2008	2dr Coupe 300-horsepower 4.6L V8 5-speed manual RWD	This car is not as feature rich as other cars on the market. This isn't a big concern for me because I was more interested in the power and muscle car aspects of this car, and not the unnecessary features. see full Ford Mustang review
2008	2dr Coupe supercharged 500hp 5.4L V8 6-speed manual RWD	for a $50,000 + car, it lack things you would expect in this price range. like auto climate control, homelink, bluetooth, auto light control. these features should set shelby cars apart from common ford mustangs. see full Ford Mustang review

What Our Members Are Saying about the Available Features of the 2009- Ford Escape

2009- Ford Escape Available Features: Pros
Year	Body/Powertrain	Comment
2010	4dr SUV 240-horsepower 3.0L V6 6-speed automatic AWD	Feature packed even at the medium XLT trim level see full Ford Escape review
2009	4dr SUV 240-horsepower 3.0L V6 6-speed automatic AWD	Has many of same features as more expensive cars but I wanted backup warning which moved my decision to the Limited model see full Ford Escape review
2008	4dr SUV 133-horsepower 2.3L I4 Hybrid CVT FWD	Like the nav system, sat radio, running boards see full Ford Escape review
2008	4dr SUV 200-horsepower 3.0L V6 4-speed automatic AWD	Everything I was looking for, heated seats, moon roof, satellite radio and more see full Ford Escape review
2008	4dr SUV 200-horsepower 3.0L V6 4-speed automatic AWD	towing package added see full Ford Escape review
2008	4dr SUV 200-horsepower 3.0L V6 4-speed automatic AWD	the convenience package with auto lights and message center. see full Ford Escape review

Ford Mustang vs. Ford Escape Feature Comparison

Features Comparison: Ford Mustang vs. Ford Escape

Option Package Contents

Enhanced Security Package

Enhanced Security Package

Pony Package

Premium Plus Package

Equipment Group 301A

Convenience Package

Equipment Group 301A

California Special Package

Premium Plus Package

Premier Trim Package

Convenience Package

Convenience Package

Towing Package

Convenience Package

SYNC 3 with SYNC Connect

What Our Members Are Saying about the Available Features of the 2009 Ford Mustang

What Our Members Are Saying about the Available Features of the 2009- Ford Escape