2006 Ford Escape vs. 2006 Rover 75
To start off, both 2006 Ford Escape and 2006 Rover 75 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 25 more horse power than 2006 Rover 75. (175 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 2006 Rover 75. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Escape weights approximately 190 kg more than 2006 Rover 75. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Ford Escape is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Rover 75. 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 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Rover 75. (240 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Rover 75.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Escape | 2006 Rover 75 | |
Make | Ford | Rover |
Model | Escape | 75 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2998 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 262 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4850 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 82.8 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1525 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 65 L |