2006 Ford Escape vs. 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2006 Ford Escape is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara would be higher. At 2,489 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara (165 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2006 Ford Escape. (133 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Escape weights approximately 305 kg more than 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara (220 Nm) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Escape. (168 Nm). This means 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Escape | 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | Escape | Grand Vitara |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2259 cc | 2489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.4 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.6 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 6.5 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 64 L |
