2006 Ford Escape vs. 2007 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Golf 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 2,262 cc, 2006 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Golf (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2006 Ford Escape. (153 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Escape.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Volkswagen Golf (281 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Escape. (206 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Escape | 2007 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
Model | Escape | Golf |
Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2262 cc | 1982 cc |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 206 Nm | 281 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.4 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 92.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 55 L |