2006 Ford Escape vs. 2012 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Polo 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 2,998 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Escape (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen Polo. (178 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 25 kg more than 2006 Ford Escape.
Because 2006 Ford Escape is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Volkswagen Polo. 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, 2006 Ford Escape (262 Nm @ 4850 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volkswagen Polo. (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Escape | 2012 Volkswagen Polo | |
Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
Model | Escape | Polo |
Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2998 cc | 1200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 178 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 262 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4850 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1244 kg | 1269 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1682 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1462 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 4.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |