2006 Ford Escape vs. 2004 Kia Amanti
To start off, 2006 Ford Escape is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Kia Amanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Kia Amanti would be higher. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Kia Amanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Kia Amanti (200 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2006 Ford Escape. (153 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Kia Amanti should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Kia Amanti weights approximately 109 kg more than 2006 Ford Escape. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Ford Escape is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Kia Amanti. 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, 2004 Kia Amanti (298 Nm) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Escape. (206 Nm). This means 2004 Kia Amanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Escape | 2004 Kia Amanti | |
Make | Ford | Kia |
Model | Escape | Amanti |
Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2261 cc | 3491 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 206 Nm | 298 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 104 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1824 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 70 L |