2006 Ford Escape vs. 2000 Plymouth Voyager
To start off, 2006 Ford Escape is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Plymouth Voyager. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Plymouth Voyager would be higher. At 2,262 cc, 2006 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Escape (153 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2000 Plymouth Voyager. (131 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 2000 Plymouth Voyager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Escape weights approximately 1056 kg more than 2000 Plymouth 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 Ford Escape (206 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Plymouth Voyager. (174 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Plymouth Voyager.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Escape | 2000 Plymouth Voyager | |
Make | Ford | Plymouth |
Model | Escape | Voyager |
Year Released | 2006 | 2000 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2262 cc | 1996 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 131 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 206 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2856 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2880 mm |