2006 Ford Escape vs. 2013 Scion tC
To start off, 2013 Scion tC 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 2,494 cc (16 cylinders), 2013 Scion tC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Scion tC (178 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2006 Ford Escape. (153 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Scion tC should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Escape weights approximately 338 kg more than 2013 Scion tC.
Because 2013 Scion tC is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2013 Scion tC. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford Escape, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2013 Scion tC (235 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Escape. (206 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2013 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 | 2013 Scion tC | |
| Make | Ford | Scion |
| Model | Escape | tC |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2260 cc | 2494 cc |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 178 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.4 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 98 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1377 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1795 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1415 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.1 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
