2006 Ford Escape vs. 2007 Mazda 5
To start off, 2007 Mazda 5 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 2,260 cc, 2006 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Escape (153 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2007 Mazda 5. (143 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 2007 Mazda 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Escape weights approximately 240 kg more than 2007 Mazda 5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Ford Escape (206 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mazda 5. (185 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mazda 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Escape | 2007 Mazda 5 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Escape | 5 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2260 cc | 1999 cc |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.4 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 60 L |
