2006 Ford Escape vs. 2012 Volkswagen GTD
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen GTD 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, 2006 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen GTD (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2006 Ford Escape. (153 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen GTD should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Escape weights approximately 306 kg more than 2012 Volkswagen GTD.
Because 2006 Ford Escape is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Volkswagen GTD. 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 Volkswagen GTD (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Escape. (206 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen GTD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Escape | 2012 Volkswagen GTD | |
Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
Model | Escape | GTD |
Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2261 cc | 2000 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 206 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1409 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4213 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1786 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1501 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2578 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 4.3 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 5.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 55 L |