2005 Ford Escape vs. 2006 Suzuki Sea Forenza Wagon
To start off, 2006 Suzuki Sea Forenza Wagon 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 2,302 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Escape (154 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2006 Suzuki Sea Forenza Wagon. (127 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 2006 Suzuki Sea Forenza Wagon.
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, 2005 Ford Escape (206 Nm) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Suzuki Sea Forenza Wagon. (178 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Suzuki Sea Forenza Wagon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Escape | 2006 Suzuki Sea Forenza Wagon | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | Escape | Sea Forenza Wagon |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2302 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 45 L |
