2006 Ford Escape vs. 1998 Mazda 626
To start off, 2006 Ford Escape is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Mazda 626. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Mazda 626 would be higher. At 2,261 cc, 2006 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Escape (153 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1998 Mazda 626. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1998 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Escape weights approximately 510 kg more than 1998 Mazda 626. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Ford Escape (206 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mazda 626. (150 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Escape | 1998 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Escape | 626 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1998 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2261 cc | 1998 cc |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2620 mm |
