2006 Ford Escape vs. 2007 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2007 Kia Sportage 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 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Escape (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2007 Kia Sportage. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Sportage weights approximately 540 kg more than 2006 Ford Escape.
Because 2007 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Ford Escape. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Kia Sportage 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 Kia Sportage (306 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Escape. (262 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Escape | 2007 Kia Sportage | |
Make | Ford | Kia |
Model | Escape | Sportage |
Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2999 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 262 Nm | 306 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4850 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 92 mm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1760 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 58 L |