2006 Ford Escape vs. 2010 Hyundai Tucson
To start off, 2010 Hyundai Tucson 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 Tucson is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Hyundai Tucson (176 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2006 Ford Escape. (153 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Hyundai Tucson should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Escape weights approximately 1414 kg more than 2010 Hyundai Tucson.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 2010 Hyundai Tucson (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Escape. (206 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2010 Hyundai Tucson 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 Tucson | |
Make | Ford | Hyundai |
Model | Escape | Tucson |
Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2262 cc | 2400 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 176 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 206 Nm | 228 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2856 kg | 1442 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4399 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1821 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1656 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2639 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.1 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 55 L |