2006 Ford Escape vs. 2005 Hyundai Sonata
To start off, 2006 Ford Escape is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Hyundai Sonata. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Hyundai Sonata would be higher. At 2,655 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Hyundai Sonata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Hyundai Sonata (170 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2006 Ford Escape. (133 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai Sonata should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Escape weights approximately 239 kg more than 2005 Hyundai Sonata.
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, 2005 Hyundai Sonata (245 Nm) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Escape. (168 Nm). This means 2005 Hyundai Sonata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Escape | 2005 Hyundai Sonata | |
| Make | Ford | Hyundai |
| Model | Escape | Sonata |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2259 cc | 2655 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1476 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.6 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 6.5 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 65 L |
