2006 Ford Escape vs. 2012 Scion tC

To start off, 2012 Scion tC 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Scion tC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Scion tC (180 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2006 Ford Escape. (153 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Scion tC 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 Scion tC. 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 Scion tC (234 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Escape. (206 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2012 Scion tC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Escape.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Ford Escape 2012 Scion tC
Make Ford Scion
Model Escape tC
Year Released 2006 2012
Body Type SUV Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2261 cc 2500 cc
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 153 HP 180 HP
Engine RPM 5800 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 206 Nm 234 Nm
Torque RPM 4250 RPM 4100 RPM
Drive Type 4WD Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Width 1790 mm 1796 mm
Vehicle Height 1780 mm 1415 mm
Wheelbase Size 2630 mm 2700 mm
Fuel Consumption Highway 9.8 L/100km 7.6 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 11.2 L/100km 10.2 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 62 L 55 L


 

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