2006 Ford Escape vs. 2006 Mazda RX-8
To start off, both 2006 Ford Escape and 2006 Mazda RX-8 were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mazda RX-8 (232 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2006 Ford Escape. (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Escape weights approximately 91 kg more than 2006 Mazda RX-8.
Because 2006 Ford Escape is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Mazda RX-8. 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 (262 Nm @ 4850 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mazda RX-8. (216 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mazda RX-8.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Escape | 2006 Mazda RX-8 | |
Make | Ford | Mazda |
Model | Escape | RX-8 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2997 cc | 1311 cc |
Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 232 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 8500 RPM |
Torque | 262 Nm | 216 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4850 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1129 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 60 L |