2006 Lexus RX 400h vs. 2006 Ford Escape
In comparing the 2006 Lexus RX 400h's and the 2006 Ford Escape's specifications and ratings, the 2006 Lexus RX 400h has the advantage in the areas of fuel efficiency, interior volume and base engine power. The 2006 Ford Escape has the advantage in the area of typical lower range of pricing for used cars. Based on this comparison of the 2006 Lexus RX 400h's and the 2006 Ford Escape's specifications and ratings, the 2006 Lexus RX 400h is a better car than the 2006 Ford Escape.
2006 Lexus RX 400h vs. 2006 Ford Escape Pricing
A used 2006 Lexus RX 400h ranges from $4,990 to $12,898 while a used 2006 Ford Escape is priced between $2,671 to $8,882.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the 2006 Lexus RX 400h’s base engine makes 268 horsepower, and the 2006 Ford Escape base engine makes 153 horsepower. The RX 400h is rated to deliver an average of 27 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 430 miles. The Escape is rated to deliver an average of 23 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 432 miles.This gives the 2006 Lexus RX 400h the advantage in fuel efficiency and the 2006 Ford Escape the advantage in maximum range. Both models use gasoline.
Passenger Space Comparison
The 2006 Lexus RX 400h has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front shoulder room, front leg room, rear shoulder room, rear leg room, and cargo space.
Safety Ratings Comparison
The 2006 Ford Escape has an average safety rating of 5 out of 5 Stars based on NHTSA's crash test ratings.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
4990 - 12898
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
2671 - 8882
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.4967
Lexus RX 400h Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
Not available
Safety:
Not available
Ford Escape Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.271796 / 10
Reliability:
8.31539 / 10
Retained Value:
6.5 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
Lexus RX 400h Rankings
Not yet available
Ford Escape Rankings
Ranking
1 out of / 5Ranking
4 out of / 19Ranking
5 out of / 22Ranking
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6 out of / 19Ranking
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8 out of / 22Ranking
9 out of / 19Ranking
9 out of / 19Ranking
11 out of / 66Ranking
11 out of / 19Ranking
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15 out of / 56Ranking
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16 out of / 56Ranking
16 out of / 19Ranking
18 out of / 66Ranking
19 out of / 19Ranking
20 out of / 56Ranking
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21 out of / 56Ranking
21 out of / 49Ranking
26 out of / 56Ranking
27 out of / 66Ranking
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37 out of / 66Ranking
41 out of / 56Ranking
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53 out of / 66Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Drivetrain Options
Hybrid
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
2006 Lexus RX 400h Trim Levels
Base
2006 Ford Escape Trim Levels
Limited, XLS, XLT, XLT Sport
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
6 years / 70000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
4 years
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
3 years / 36000 miles
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
5 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
268 hp @ 5600 rpm
Torque:
Not yet available
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.061 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
3500 lbs
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
153 hp @ 5800 rpm
Torque:
152 foot-lbs @ 4250 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.048 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
1500 lbs
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
3.3 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT Automatic)
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD / AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
28 / 25 / 27
Range (city/hwy):
482 / 430 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2.3 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Manual
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD / AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
21 / 27 / 23
Range (city/hwy):
336 / 432 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Standard/Optional Features
Heated Steering Wheel:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Heated Seats
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Keyless Ignition:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Navigation System:
N/A
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Keyless Ignition:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Safety Equipment
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Equipment
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
Not yet available
Front Leg Room:
42.5 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
57.9 inches
Rear Head Room:
Not yet available
Rear Leg Room:
36.4 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
57.1 inches
Cargo Space:
38.3 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
84.7 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
140.3 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
40.4 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.6 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
56.3 inches
Rear Head Room:
39.2 inches
Rear Leg Room:
35.6 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
55.9 inches
Cargo Space:
29.3 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
Not yet available
Overall Interior Volume:
128.5 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4365 lbs
Width:
72.6 inches
Height:
68.5 inches
Length:
187.2 inches
Wheelbase:
106.9 inches
Ground Clearance:
7.1 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3176 lbs
Width:
70.1 inches
Height:
69.7 inches
Length:
174.9 inches
Wheelbase:
103.1 inches
Ground Clearance:
8.2 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
Not yet available
Wheel Type:
Not yet available
Tire Size:
Not yet available
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
15.0 inches
Wheel Type:
steel
Tire Size:
P225/75R15