2006 Ford Escape vs. 2013 Hyundai Elantra
To start off, 2013 Hyundai Elantra is newer by 7 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 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Escape (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2013 Hyundai Elantra. (146 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 2013 Hyundai Elantra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Hyundai Elantra weights approximately 85 kg more than 2006 Ford Escape.
Because 2006 Ford Escape is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Hyundai Elantra. 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 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Hyundai Elantra. (178 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Hyundai Elantra.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Escape | 2013 Hyundai Elantra | |
Make | Ford | Hyundai |
Model | Escape | Elantra |
Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2997 cc | 1797 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 146 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 262 Nm | 178 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4850 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1305 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1775 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1435 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 50 L |