2006 Ford Focus vs. 2009 Ford Escape
To start off, 2009 Ford Escape is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford Focus would be higher. At 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Escape (153 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2006 Ford Focus. (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Focus weights approximately 184 kg more than 2009 Ford Escape.
Because 2009 Ford Escape is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Ford Focus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Ford Escape (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Focus. (155 Nm @ 4150 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Focus | 2009 Ford Escape | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Focus | Escape |
Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1596 cc | 2488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 155 Nm | 184 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4150 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 966 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.4 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 57 L |