2006 Ford Escape vs. 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, both 2006 Ford Escape and 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,261 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Escape (155 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer weights approximately 70 kg more than 2006 Ford Escape.
Because 2006 Ford Escape is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer. 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 (168 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer. (139 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Escape | 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
Model | Escape | Lancer |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2261 cc | 1584 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 155 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 168 Nm | 139 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1785 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.6 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 50 L |