2006 Ford Escape vs. 2013 Volkswagen Beetle
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Beetle 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 2,260 cc, 2006 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Escape (153 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2013 Volkswagen Beetle. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 2013 Volkswagen Beetle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Escape weights approximately 395 kg more than 2013 Volkswagen Beetle. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Volkswagen Beetle (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Escape. (206 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2013 Volkswagen Beetle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Escape | 2013 Volkswagen Beetle | |
Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
Model | Escape | Beetle |
Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2260 cc | 2000 cc |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 206 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.4 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 95 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4278 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1808 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1486 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2537 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.1 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 55 L |