2006 Ford Escape vs. 2004 Vauxhall Monaro
To start off, 2006 Ford Escape is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Vauxhall Monaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Vauxhall Monaro would be higher. At 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Vauxhall Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Vauxhall Monaro (329 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 196 more horse power than 2006 Ford Escape. (133 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Vauxhall Monaro should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Escape weights approximately 60 kg more than 2004 Vauxhall Monaro.
Because 2004 Vauxhall Monaro is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2004 Vauxhall Monaro. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford Escape, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Vauxhall Monaro (465 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 297 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Escape. (168 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2004 Vauxhall Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Escape | 2004 Vauxhall Monaro | |
| Make | Ford | Vauxhall |
| Model | Escape | Monaro |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2259 cc | 5665 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 329 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 465 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1655 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2800 mm |
