2005 Ford Escape vs. 2006 Lancia Thesis
To start off, 2006 Lancia Thesis is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Escape. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Escape would be higher. At 2,387 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 Lancia Thesis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Lancia Thesis (173 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2005 Ford Escape. (124 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lancia Thesis should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Lancia Thesis weights approximately 395 kg more than 2005 Ford Escape. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Ford Escape is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Lancia Thesis. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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 Lancia Thesis (380 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Escape. (168 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Lancia Thesis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Escape | 2006 Lancia Thesis | |
Make | Ford | Lancia |
Model | Escape | Thesis |
Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1988 cc | 2387 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 124 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 168 Nm | 380 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1865 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 75 L |