Ford 2006 Escape - Performance;Handling; Four-Wheel Independent Suspension; Fuel Tank

Four-wheel Independent Suspension
Front and Rear Suspensions
Towing Capacity
Rack-and-pinion Steering
Tires
Wheels
PERFORMANCE/HANDLING
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2006 Escape
Performance/Handling
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July 2005
F-150
Escape
Escape Performance/Handling Specifics
Tires
• P225/75R15 BSW
all-season tires (standard
on XLS) — provide
confident traction and
handling in a variety of
weather conditions
• P235/70R16 BSW all-
season tires (standard on
XLT FWD and Limited) —
offer a wider stance
• P235/70R16 OWL all-
season tires (standard on
XLT 4WD and XLT Sport;
optional on XLT FWD)
• P235/70R16 OWL all-
terrain tires (XLT No
Boundaries
TM
Package) —
provide traction for
off-road surfaces
Wheels
• 15 x 6.5-inch 5-spoke
styled steel wheels
(standard on XLS)
• 15 x 6.5-inch 5-spoke
cast aluminum wheels
(optional on XLS)
• 16 x 7-inch 5-spoke
cast aluminum wheels
(standard on XLT)
• 16 x 7-inch 5-spoke bright
machined cast aluminum
wheels (standard on XLT
Sport, XLT No Boundaries
Package and Limited)
Fuel Tank
• 16.5-gallon capacity
Additional Features
A Closer Look: The Ride
Feature Benefit
Front-wheel Drive — Standard
The only Ford SUV (along with Escape Hybrid) with front-wheel drive. Driving force
applied through front wheels; excellent handling, traction and control
Towing Capacity
Adds to Escape’s versatility (1500-lb. maximum with Duratec 23 - 2.3L I-4; 3500-lb.
maximum with Duratec 30 - 3.0L V-6 and optional Class II Trailer Towing Package)
Compact Spare Wheel and Tire
(1)
Underbody mounted — doesn’t interfere with cargo space or rear-window visibility
Rack-and-pinion Steering Tight, responsive steering with low steering effort
(1) Non-matching, temporary full-size spare tire and wheel optional on XLT, XLT Sport and Limited models.
Four-wheel Independent
Suspension
• Optimizes handling and steering
feel for excellent vehicle tracking
and stability when braking
• Each wheel absorbs bumps
independently
• Nimble handling and
maneuverability when combined
with its powerful engines
Front Suspension
• Large diameter front struts and
modified lower control arm
bushings help isolate shock force
for improved ride and comfort
• Precise steering due to low-friction
stabilizer bar links
• Stabilizer bar helps reduce body
lean in turns and contributes to
improved handling
Rear Suspension
• Double lateral link and
semi-trailing arm design
• Long travel jounce bumpers
help absorb harsh impacts
• Allows lower spring rates
for a smooth ride
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