2006 Ford Escape vs. 2009 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2009 Mazda Tribute is newer by 3 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 2,483 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda Tribute (171 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2006 Ford Escape. (153 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 330 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, 2009 Mazda Tribute (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Escape. (206 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Escape | 2009 Mazda Tribute | |
Make | Ford | Mazda |
Model | Escape | Tribute |
Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2262 cc | 2483 cc |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 171 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 206 Nm | 232 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 62 L |