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 2,998 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Escape (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 2006 Mazda RX-8. (108 HP @ 8200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Escape should accelerate faster 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 122 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mazda RX-8. (140 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 | 2998 cc | 1308 cc |
Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 8200 RPM |
Torque | 262 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4850 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2710 mm |