2009 Ford Escape vs. 2006 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2009 Ford Escape is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Toyota Highlander. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Toyota Highlander would be higher. At 3,308 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Highlander (215 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2009 Ford Escape. (171 HP @ 6550 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 374 kg more than 2009 Ford Escape. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Toyota Highlander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Ford Escape. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Highlander 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 (302 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Highlander. (301 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Highlander.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford Escape | 2006 Toyota Highlander | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Escape | Highlander |
Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2975 cc | 3308 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 171 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 6550 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 302 Nm | 301 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1340 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.1 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 72 L |