2005 Ford Escape vs. 2006 Toyota Aygo
To start off, 2006 Toyota Aygo 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 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Escape (200 HP) has 147 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Aygo. (53 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Aygo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Escape weights approximately 610 kg more than 2006 Toyota Aygo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (265 Nm) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Aygo. (132 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Aygo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Escape | 2006 Toyota Aygo | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Escape | Aygo |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2999 cc | 1398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 53 HP |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 73.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3405 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1615 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 3.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 4.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 35 L |
