2006 Ford Escape vs. 2010 Scion tC
To start off, 2010 Scion tC 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 Scion tC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Scion tC (161 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2006 Ford Escape. (155 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Scion tC should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Escape weights approximately 397 kg more than 2010 Scion tC.
Because 2006 Ford Escape is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Scion tC. 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 Scion tC (219 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Escape. (168 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2010 Scion tC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Escape | 2010 Scion tC | |
| Make | Ford | Scion |
| Model | Escape | tC |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| 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 | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 219 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 | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1318 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1755 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1415 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.1 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 7.1 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 55 L |
