2006 Ford Escape vs. 2008 Mazda 6
To start off, 2008 Mazda 6 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. Both 2006 Ford Escape and 2008 Mazda 6 are equipped with a 2,261 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mazda 6 (164 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2006 Ford Escape. (155 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Escape weights approximately 361 kg more than 2008 Mazda 6.
Because 2006 Ford Escape is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Mazda 6. 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, 2008 Mazda 6 (184 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Escape. (168 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2008 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Escape | 2008 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Escape | 6 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2261 cc | 2261 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 164 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1354 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.6 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 64 L |
