2006 Ford Escape vs. 2005 Mazda Etude
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 Etude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mazda Etude would be higher. At 2,262 cc, 2006 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Escape (153 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2005 Mazda Etude. (99 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda Etude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Escape weights approximately 1811 kg more than 2005 Mazda Etude. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2006 Ford Escape (206 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda Etude. (142 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda Etude.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Escape | 2005 Mazda Etude | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Escape | Etude |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2262 cc | 1594 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 83.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.5:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2856 kg | 1045 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 55 L |
