2006 Ford Mondeo vs. 2003 Ford Escape
To start off, 2006 Ford Mondeo is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Ford Escape. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Ford Escape would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Mondeo (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2003 Ford Escape. (128 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Escape weights approximately 18 kg more than 2006 Ford Mondeo.
Because 2003 Ford Escape is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Ford Mondeo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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 Mondeo (281 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ford Escape. (162 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Mondeo | 2003 Ford Escape | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Mondeo | Escape |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 84.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1458 kg | 1476 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 59 L |
