2003 Buick Regal vs. 2006 Ford Escape
To start off, 2006 Ford Escape is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Buick Regal. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Buick Regal would be higher. At 3,789 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Buick Regal (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2006 Ford Escape. (153 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Escape weights approximately 280 kg more than 2003 Buick Regal.
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, 2003 Buick Regal (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Escape. (207 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2003 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Escape. 2003 Buick Regal has automatic transmission and 2006 Ford Escape has manual transmission. 2006 Ford Escape will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Buick Regal will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Buick Regal | 2006 Ford Escape | |
Make | Buick | Ford |
Model | Regal | Escape |
Year Released | 2003 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3789 cc | 2261 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 312 Nm | 207 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 87.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 94 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1840 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 62 L |