2008 Ford Escape vs. 2006 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2008 Ford Escape is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Volkswagen Jetta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Volkswagen Jetta would be higher. At 2,294 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Escape (153 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Jetta. (101 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Jetta.
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, 2008 Ford Escape (206 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen Jetta. (148 Nm @ 5600 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen Jetta. 2006 Volkswagen Jetta has automatic transmission and 2008 Ford Escape has manual transmission. 2008 Ford Escape will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Volkswagen Jetta will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Escape | 2006 Volkswagen Jetta | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | Escape | Jetta |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2294 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 114 L | 55 L |
