2006 Ford Escape vs. 2010 Hyundai Sonata
To start off, 2010 Hyundai Sonata 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Hyundai Sonata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Hyundai Sonata (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2006 Ford Escape. (155 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Hyundai Sonata should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Escape weights approximately 206 kg more than 2010 Hyundai Sonata.
Because 2006 Ford Escape is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Hyundai Sonata. 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 Hyundai Sonata (221 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Escape. (168 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2010 Hyundai Sonata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Escape | 2010 Hyundai Sonata | |
| Make | Ford | Hyundai |
| Model | Escape | Sonata |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2261 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 221 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 | 1509 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4798 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1831 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2728 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.1 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 7.1 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 67 L |
