2006 Ford Escape vs. 2006 Hyundai XG 350
To start off, both 2006 Ford Escape and 2006 Hyundai XG 350 were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,495 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Hyundai XG 350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Hyundai XG 350 (194 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2006 Ford Escape. (133 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai XG 350 should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai XG 350 weights approximately 35 kg more than 2006 Ford Escape. 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 Hyundai XG 350 (292 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Escape. (168 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2006 Hyundai XG 350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Escape | 2006 Hyundai XG 350 | |
Make | Ford | Hyundai |
Model | Escape | XG 350 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2259 cc | 3495 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 133 HP | 194 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 168 Nm | 292 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.4 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 85.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 12 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 70 L |