2006 Ford Escape vs. 2004 Suzuki Wagon R+
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 Wagon R+. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Suzuki Wagon R+ would be higher. At 2,261 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Escape (153 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2004 Suzuki Wagon R+. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 2004 Suzuki Wagon R+. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Escape weights approximately 805 kg more than 2004 Suzuki Wagon R+. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 (207 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Suzuki Wagon R+. (170 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Suzuki Wagon R+.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Escape | 2004 Suzuki Wagon R+ | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | Escape | Wagon R+ |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2261 cc | 1328 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 207 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.4 mm | 69.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 41 L |
