2006 Ford Escape vs. 2008 Lexus GX
To start off, 2008 Lexus GX is newer by 2 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 4,669 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Lexus GX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Lexus GX (263 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2006 Ford Escape. (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Lexus GX should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Lexus GX weights approximately 496 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.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2008 Lexus GX (438 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Escape. (262 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 2008 Lexus GX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Escape | 2008 Lexus GX | |
Make | Ford | Lexus |
Model | Escape | GX |
Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2998 cc | 4669 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 263 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 262 Nm | 438 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4850 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1244 kg | 1740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1900 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 10.2 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 70 L |