2006 Ford Escape vs. 2001 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, 2006 Ford Escape is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Suzuki Jimny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Suzuki Jimny would be higher. At 2,260 cc, 2006 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Escape (153 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 2001 Suzuki Jimny. (75 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 2001 Suzuki Jimny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Escape weights approximately 690 kg more than 2001 Suzuki Jimny. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Suzuki Jimny is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Ford Escape. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Suzuki Jimny will offer significantly more control. 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 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Suzuki Jimny. (106 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Suzuki Jimny.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Escape | 2001 Suzuki Jimny | |
Make | Ford | Suzuki |
Model | Escape | Jimny |
Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2260 cc | 1328 cc |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 75 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 206 Nm | 106 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.4 mm | 74.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 75.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1025 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2260 mm |