2006 Ford Escape vs. 2011 Hyundai Sonata
To start off, 2011 Hyundai Sonata 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 2,998 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Escape (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2011 Hyundai Sonata. (198 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 2011 Hyundai Sonata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Hyundai Sonata weights approximately 190 kg more than 2006 Ford Escape.
Because 2006 Ford Escape is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 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, 2006 Ford Escape (262 Nm @ 4850 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Hyundai Sonata. (249 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Hyundai Sonata.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Escape | 2011 Hyundai Sonata | |
Make | Ford | Hyundai |
Model | Escape | Sonata |
Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2998 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 198 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 262 Nm | 249 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4850 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1244 kg | 1434 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4821 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1834 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1471 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2794 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 70 L |