2006 Ford Escape vs. 2002 Renault Avantime
To start off, 2006 Ford Escape is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Renault Avantime. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Renault Avantime would be higher. At 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Escape (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2002 Renault Avantime. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 2002 Renault Avantime. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Renault Avantime weights approximately 38 kg more than 2006 Ford Escape.
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, 2002 Renault Avantime (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Escape. (262 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 2002 Renault Avantime will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Escape | 2002 Renault Avantime | |
Make | Ford | Renault |
Model | Escape | Avantime |
Year Released | 2006 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2999 cc | 2186 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 262 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4850 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 92 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1753 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 9.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 7.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 80 L |