2006 Ford Escape vs. 2006 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, both 2006 Ford Escape and 2006 Volkswagen Passat were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,259 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Passat (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2006 Ford Escape. (133 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Escape weights approximately 245 kg more than 2006 Volkswagen Passat.
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 Volkswagen Passat (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Escape. (168 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Escape | 2006 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
Model | Escape | Passat |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2259 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 133 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 168 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.4 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 92.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.3:1 | 11.5:1 |
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 | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 70 L |