2006 Chrysler Voyager vs. 2006 Ford Escape
To start off, both 2006 Chrysler Voyager and 2006 Ford Escape were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Chrysler Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Escape (153 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2006 Chrysler Voyager. (140 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 2006 Chrysler Voyager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Escape weights approximately 816 kg more than 2006 Chrysler Voyager. 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, 2006 Chrysler Voyager (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Escape. (206 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2006 Chrysler Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chrysler Voyager | 2006 Ford Escape | |
Make | Chrysler | Ford |
Model | Voyager | Escape |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2499 cc | 2262 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 206 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 90.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 17.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2040 kg | 2856 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.7 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 62 L |