2006 Ford Escape vs. 2011 Chevrolet Orlando
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Orlando is newer by 5 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 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Escape (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2011 Chevrolet Orlando. (139 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 2011 Chevrolet Orlando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Orlando weights approximately 308 kg more than 2006 Ford Escape.
Because 2011 Chevrolet Orlando is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Ford Escape. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Orlando 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, 2006 Ford Escape (262 Nm @ 4850 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Chevrolet Orlando. (176 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Chevrolet Orlando.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Escape | 2011 Chevrolet Orlando | |
Make | Ford | Chevrolet |
Model | Escape | Orlando |
Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2999 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 262 Nm | 176 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4850 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 80.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 88.2 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1528 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4652 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1836 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1633 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2760 mm |