2005 Ford Escape vs. 2006 Volkswagen Jetta

To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Jetta 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 1,988 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Escape (124 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Jetta. (101 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Jetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Escape weights approximately 180 kg more than 2006 Volkswagen Jetta. 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 Volkswagen Jetta. 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, 2005 Ford Escape (168 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen Jetta. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen Jetta. 2006 Volkswagen Jetta has automatic transmission and 2005 Ford Escape has manual transmission. 2005 Ford Escape will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Volkswagen Jetta will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Ford Escape 2006 Volkswagen Jetta
Make Ford Volkswagen
Model Escape Jetta
Year Released 2005 2006
Body Type SUV Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1988 cc 1595 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 124 HP 101 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 168 Nm 148 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 3800 RPM
Engine Bore Size 84.8 mm 81 mm
Engine Stroke Size 88 mm 77.4 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.0:1 10.5:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1470 kg 1290 kg
Vehicle Length 4400 mm 4560 mm
Vehicle Width 1790 mm 1790 mm
Vehicle Height 1760 mm 1470 mm
Wheelbase Size 2580 mm 2580 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 59 L 55 L


 

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