2006 Ford Escape vs. 2001 Mitsubishi ASX
To start off, 2006 Ford Escape is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Mitsubishi ASX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Mitsubishi ASX would be higher. At 2,998 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Escape (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2001 Mitsubishi ASX. (113 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 2001 Mitsubishi ASX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mitsubishi ASX weights approximately 661 kg more than 2006 Ford Escape.
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 Ford Escape (262 Nm) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mitsubishi ASX. (240 Nm). This means 2006 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mitsubishi ASX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Escape | 2001 Mitsubishi ASX | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Escape | ASX |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2998 cc | 2350 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 262 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1244 kg | 1905 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 71 L |
