2006 Ford Escape vs. 2005 Ford Freestyle
To start off, 2006 Ford Escape is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Freestyle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Freestyle would be higher. At 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Freestyle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Freestyle (211 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2006 Ford Escape. (153 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Freestyle should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Freestyle weights approximately 81 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 2005 Ford Freestyle. 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, 2005 Ford Freestyle (281 Nm) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Escape. (206 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Freestyle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Escape | 2005 Ford Freestyle | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Escape | Freestyle |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2261 cc | 2983 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 211 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 104 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1796 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 5080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 72 L |
