2006 Ford Escape vs. 2002 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2006 Ford Escape is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 SsangYong Rexton. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 SsangYong Rexton would be higher. At 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2002 SsangYong Rexton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Escape (153 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2002 SsangYong Rexton. (118 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 2002 SsangYong Rexton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 136 kg more than 2006 Ford Escape.
Because 2002 SsangYong Rexton 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, 2002 SsangYong Rexton 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, 2002 SsangYong Rexton (256 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Escape. (206 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2002 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Escape | 2002 SsangYong Rexton | |
| Make | Ford | SsangYong |
| Model | Escape | Rexton |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2002 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2260 cc | 2874 cc |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 256 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.4 mm | 89.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 92.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1851 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 80 L |
