2006 Ford Escape vs. 2007 Hyundai Sonata
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Sonata is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford Escape. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford Escape would be higher. At 3,342 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Hyundai Sonata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Hyundai Sonata (232 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2006 Ford Escape. (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Sonata should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Hyundai Sonata weights approximately 426 kg more than 2006 Ford Escape. 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 2007 Hyundai Sonata. 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, 2007 Hyundai Sonata (304 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Escape. (262 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 2007 Hyundai Sonata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Escape | 2007 Hyundai Sonata | |
| Make | Ford | Hyundai |
| Model | Escape | Sonata |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 3342 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 262 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4850 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1646 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 10.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 70 L |
