2006 Ford Escape vs. 2004 Ford Focus
To start off, 2006 Ford Escape is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Focus 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 19 more horse power than 2004 Ford Focus. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Focus weights approximately 1 kg more than 2006 Ford Escape.
Because 2006 Ford Escape is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Ford Focus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford Escape 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) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Focus. (183 Nm). This means 2006 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Escape | 2004 Ford Focus | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Escape | Focus |
Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2262 cc | 1997 cc |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 206 Nm | 183 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1221 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 50 L |