2006 Ford Escape vs. 2012 Audi Q5
To start off, 2012 Audi Q5 is newer by 6 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 2,261 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi Q5 (211 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2006 Ford Escape. (155 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi Q5 should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi Q5 weights approximately 140 kg more than 2006 Ford Escape. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2012 Audi Q5 (349 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Escape. (168 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2012 Audi Q5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Escape | 2012 Audi Q5 | |
Make | Ford | Audi |
Model | Escape | Q5 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2261 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 155 HP | 211 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 168 Nm | 349 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1855 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4628 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1654 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2807 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 | 75 L |