2006 Ford Escape vs. 2011 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Jetta 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 2,500 cc (5 cylinders), 2011 Volkswagen Jetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volkswagen Jetta (170 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2006 Ford Escape. (153 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Jetta should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Escape weights approximately 1487 kg more than 2011 Volkswagen Jetta.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Volkswagen Jetta (240 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Escape. (206 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen Jetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Escape | 2011 Volkswagen Jetta | |
Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
Model | Escape | Jetta |
Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2262 cc | 2500 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 206 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2856 kg | 1369 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4644 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1778 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1482 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2651 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.1 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 55 L |