2006 Ford Escape vs. 2010 Jeep Commander
To start off, 2010 Jeep Commander 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 5,652 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Jeep Commander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Jeep Commander (322 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 2006 Ford Escape. (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Jeep Commander should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Jeep Commander weights approximately 640 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 2010 Jeep Commander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Ford Escape. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Jeep Commander 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 Jeep Commander (500 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Escape. (262 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 2010 Jeep Commander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Escape | 2010 Jeep Commander | |
Make | Ford | Jeep |
Model | Escape | Commander |
Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2999 cc | 5652 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 322 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 262 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4850 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 99.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 90.9 mm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 2355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2790 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 15.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 78 L |