2003 Ford Escape vs. 2006 Saturn Vue
To start off, 2006 Saturn Vue is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Ford Escape. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Ford Escape would be higher. At 2,196 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Saturn Vue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Saturn Vue (144 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2003 Ford Escape. (128 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Saturn Vue should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Escape weights approximately 32 kg more than 2006 Saturn Vue.
Because 2003 Ford Escape is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Saturn Vue. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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 Saturn Vue (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ford Escape. (162 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Saturn Vue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ford Escape | 2006 Saturn Vue | |
| Make | Ford | Saturn |
| Model | Escape | Vue |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 2196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 144 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.8 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 1444 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 61 L |
