2000 Ford Escape vs. 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ford Escape. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ford Escape would be higher. At 3,189 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton (238 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 2000 Ford Escape. (128 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton weights approximately 600 kg more than 2000 Ford Escape. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Ford Escape is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Ford Escape 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, 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton (315 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Escape. (169 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Escape. 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton has automatic transmission and 2000 Ford Escape has manual transmission. 2000 Ford Escape will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Escape | 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | Escape | Phaeton |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 3189 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.8 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 95.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 2070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 90 L |
