2006 Ford Escape vs. 2010 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2010 Ford Expedition is newer by 4 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 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Expedition (310 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 2006 Ford Escape. (155 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Expedition weights approximately 940 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.
Because 2006 Ford Escape is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Ford Expedition. 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, 2010 Ford Expedition (494 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 326 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Escape. (168 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Escape | 2010 Ford Expedition | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Escape | Expedition |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2261 cc | 5400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 494 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 2655 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 5621 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2002 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1974 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3327 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 127 L |
