2007 Chrysler Pacifica vs. 2006 Ford Escape
To start off, 2007 Chrysler Pacifica is newer by 1 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 3,952 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Chrysler Pacifica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chrysler Pacifica (254 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2006 Ford Escape. (200 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chrysler Pacifica should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chrysler Pacifica weights approximately 653 kg more than 2006 Ford Escape. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2007 Chrysler Pacifica (355 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Escape. (262 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 2007 Chrysler Pacifica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chrysler Pacifica | 2006 Ford Escape | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ford |
| Model | Pacifica | Escape |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3952 cc | 2997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 262 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4850 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1873 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.8 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 62 L |
