2006 Ford Escape vs. 2005 Mazda 6
To start off, 2006 Ford Escape is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mazda 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mazda 6 would be higher. At 2,998 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Escape (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2005 Mazda 6. (119 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Escape weights approximately 295 kg more than 2005 Mazda 6. 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 Mazda 6. 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, 2006 Ford Escape (262 Nm @ 4850 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda 6. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Escape | 2005 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Escape | 6 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2998 cc | 1835 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 262 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4850 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 64 L |
