2006 Ford Escape vs. 2005 Renault Twingo
To start off, 2006 Ford Escape is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Renault Twingo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Renault Twingo would be higher. At 2,261 cc, 2006 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Escape (153 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 2005 Renault Twingo. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Twingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Escape weights approximately 820 kg more than 2005 Renault Twingo. 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 Renault Twingo. 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 (206 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Twingo. (93 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Twingo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Escape | 2005 Renault Twingo | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Escape | Twingo |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2261 cc | 1148 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 69 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 104 mm | 76.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 5.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 40 L |
