2006 Mazda 6 vs. 2010 Ford Escape
To start off, 2010 Ford Escape is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Mazda 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mazda 6 would be higher. At 2,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Escape (265 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 2006 Mazda 6. (160 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 2006 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Escape weights approximately 559 kg more than 2006 Mazda 6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Ford Escape is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Mazda 6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Ford Escape (339 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mazda 6. (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Mazda 6 | 2010 Ford Escape | |
Make | Mazda | Ford |
Model | 6 | Escape |
Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2262 cc | 2500 cc |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 339 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1386 kg | 1945 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4717 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1925 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1702 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2824 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.4 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.2 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 76 L |