2006 Ford Escape vs. 2012 Mitsubishi Outlander
To start off, 2012 Mitsubishi Outlander 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 2,262 cc, 2006 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Escape (153 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2012 Mitsubishi Outlander. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 2012 Mitsubishi Outlander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Escape weights approximately 1441 kg more than 2012 Mitsubishi Outlander. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2006 Ford Escape (206 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mitsubishi Outlander. (196 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mitsubishi Outlander.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Escape | 2012 Mitsubishi Outlander | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Escape | Outlander |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2262 cc | 2000 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2856 kg | 1415 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4295 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1631 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.1 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 63 L |
