2006 Ford Escape vs. 2004 Kia Cerato
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 Cerato. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Kia Cerato would be higher. At 2,998 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Escape (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2004 Kia Cerato. (142 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 2004 Kia Cerato. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Kia Cerato 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 Kia Cerato. 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 (262 Nm @ 4850 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Kia Cerato. (193 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Kia Cerato.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Escape | 2004 Kia Cerato | |
Make | Ford | Kia |
Model | Escape | Cerato |
Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2998 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 142 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 262 Nm | 193 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4850 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 93.5 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1244 kg | 1245 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 58 L |