2006 Ford Escape vs. 2005 Suzuki Aerio
To start off, 2006 Ford Escape is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Suzuki Aerio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Suzuki Aerio would be higher. At 2,294 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Suzuki Aerio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Suzuki Aerio (156 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2006 Ford Escape. (153 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Suzuki Aerio should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Escape weights approximately 418 kg more than 2005 Suzuki Aerio.
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 (206 Nm) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Suzuki Aerio. (204 Nm). This means 2006 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Suzuki Aerio.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Escape | 2005 Suzuki Aerio | |
Make | Ford | Suzuki |
Model | Escape | Aerio |
Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2261 cc | 2294 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 156 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 206 Nm | 204 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1297 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2490 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 50 L |