2004 Ford Escape vs. 2006 Kia Optima
To start off, 2006 Kia Optima is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford Escape. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Escape would be higher. At 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Escape (203 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2006 Kia Optima. (138 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Optima. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Optima weights approximately 557 kg more than 2004 Ford Escape.
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, 2004 Ford Escape (272 Nm) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Optima. (199 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Optima.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford Escape | 2006 Kia Optima | |
Make | Ford | Kia |
Model | Escape | Optima |
Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2966 cc | 2351 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 203 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 272 Nm | 199 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 86.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 100 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1443 kg | 2000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 65 L |