2006 Ford Escape vs. 2012 Jeep Patriot
To start off, 2012 Jeep Patriot 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 2,259 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Jeep Patriot (158 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2006 Ford Escape. (133 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Jeep Patriot should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Escape weights approximately 304 kg more than 2012 Jeep Patriot.
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, 2012 Jeep Patriot (191 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Escape. (168 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2012 Jeep Patriot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Escape. 2006 Ford Escape has automatic transmission and 2012 Jeep Patriot has manual transmission. 2012 Jeep Patriot will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Ford Escape will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Escape | 2012 Jeep Patriot | |
| Make | Ford | Jeep |
| Model | Escape | Patriot |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2259 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1411 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4415 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1758 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1664 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2634 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.6 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 6.5 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 51 L |
