2006 Dodge Sprinter vs. 2006 Ford Escape
To start off, both 2006 Dodge Sprinter 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 2,688 cc, 2006 Dodge Sprinter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Sprinter (154 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2006 Ford Escape. (153 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Sprinter should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Sprinter weights approximately 235 kg more than 2006 Ford Escape. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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 Dodge Sprinter (331 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Escape. (206 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Dodge Sprinter | 2006 Ford Escape | |
Make | Dodge | Ford |
Model | Sprinter | Escape |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Van | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2688 cc | 2261 cc |
Horse Power | 154 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 331 Nm | 206 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1715 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5900 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2120 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2260 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3560 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 62 L |