2004 Ford Escape vs. 2006 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2006 Toyota Tacoma 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 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Escape (210 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Tacoma. (159 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Tacoma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 131 kg more than 2004 Ford Escape.
Because 2006 Toyota Tacoma is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Toyota Tacoma. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Ford Escape, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (271 Nm) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Tacoma. (244 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Tacoma.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford Escape | 2006 Toyota Tacoma | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Escape | Tacoma |
Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2967 cc | 2688 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 159 HP |
Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 244 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 95.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1518 kg | 1649 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 5290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3250 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 79 L |