2006 Ford Escape vs. 2005 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2006 Ford Escape is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volkswagen Passat 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 25 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Passat. (128 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 148 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, 2005 Volkswagen Passat (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Escape. (206 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Escape | 2005 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
Model | Escape | Passat |
Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2262 cc | 1984 cc |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 128 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 206 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.4 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 95.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1368 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 62 L |