2006 Ford Escape vs. 2005 Jeep Wrangler
To start off, 2006 Ford Escape is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Jeep Wrangler. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Jeep Wrangler would be higher. At 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Escape (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2005 Jeep Wrangler. (148 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 2005 Jeep Wrangler. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jeep Wrangler weights approximately 285 kg more than 2006 Ford Escape.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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 (262 Nm @ 4850 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Jeep Wrangler. (215 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Jeep Wrangler.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Escape | 2005 Jeep Wrangler | |
Make | Ford | Jeep |
Model | Escape | Wrangler |
Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2997 cc | 2429 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 262 Nm | 215 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4850 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 87.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 101 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1505 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1940 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2380 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 10.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 72 L |