2006 Ford Escape vs. 2012 Ford F-350
To start off, 2012 Ford F-350 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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford F-350 (385 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 2006 Ford Escape. (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Escape.
Because 2006 Ford Escape is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Ford F-350. 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, 2012 Ford F-350 (548 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 286 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Escape. (262 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 2012 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Escape | 2012 Ford F-350 | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Escape | F-350 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 262 Nm | 548 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4850 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 6269 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2029 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1961 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3967 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 132 L |
