2006 Ford Escape vs. 2011 Toyota Venza
To start off, 2011 Toyota Venza 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 2,700 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Toyota Venza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota Venza (182 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2006 Ford Escape. (153 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Venza should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Escape weights approximately 9 kg more than 2011 Toyota Venza.
Because 2006 Ford Escape is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Toyota Venza. 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, 2011 Toyota Venza (246 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Escape. (206 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota Venza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Escape | 2011 Toyota Venza | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Escape | Venza |
Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2261 cc | 2700 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 206 Nm | 246 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1706 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4801 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1905 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2776 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 67 L |