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The Escape has standard head airbag curtains for front and rear seats which act as a forgiving barrier between the driver and outboard passenger's upper bodies and the window and pillars. Combined with high-strength steel door beams and lower side airbags this system increases head protection in broadside collisions. Head airbags cost extra in the Wrangler and are only available for the front seats.

The Escape Titanium offers optional Active Braking, which use forward mounted sensors to warn the driver of a possible collision ahead. If the driver doesn't react and the system determines a collision is imminent, it automatically applies the brakes at full-force in order to reduce the force of the crash or avoid it altogether. The Wrangler doesn't offer collision warning or crash mitigation brakes.

Full-time four-wheel drive is available on the Escape. Full-time four-wheel drive gives added traction for safety in all conditions, not just off-road, like the only system available on the Wrangler.

The Ford Escape has Daytime Running Lights to help keep it more visible under all conditions. Canadian government studies show that driving with lights during the day reduces accidents by 11% by making vehicles more conspicuous. The Wrangler doesn't offer Daytime Running Lights.

The Escape Titanium's optional lane departure warning system alerts a temporarily inattentive driver when the vehicle begins to leave its lane and gently nudges the vehicle back towards its lane. The Wrangler doesn't offer a lane departure warning system.

The Escape (except S) offers optional parking sensors to help warn drivers about vehicles, pedestrians or other obstacles behind or, optionally, in front of their vehicle. The Escape also has a standard backup monitor to help drivers see any and all obstacles behind their vehicle. The Wrangler doesn't offer any parking assist system.

The Escape (except S)'s optional blind spot warning system uses sensors to alert driver to objects in the vehicle's blind spots where the side view mirrors don't reveal them. The Wrangler doesn't offer a system to reveal objects in the driver's blind spots.

To help make backing safer, the Escape (except S)'s optional cross-path warning system uses wide-angle radar in the rear bumper to alert the driver to vehicles approaching from the side, helping the driver avoid collisions. The Wrangler doesn't offer a cross-path warning system.

The Escape Titanium's optional driver alert monitor detects an inattentive driver then sounds a warning and suggests a break. According to the NHTSA, drivers who fall asleep cause about 100,000 crashes and 1500 deaths a year. The Wrangler doesn't offer a driver alert monitor.

For better protection of the passenger compartment, the Escape uses safety cell construction with a three-dimensional high-strength frame that surrounds the passenger compartment. It provides extra impact protection and a sturdy mounting location for door hardware and side impact beams. The Wrangler uses a body-on-frame design, which has no frame members above the floor of the vehicle.

The Escape has standard SYNC ®, which uses a global positioning satellite (GPS) receiver and a cellular system to get turn-by-turn driving directions or send emergency personnel to the scene if any airbags deploy. The Wrangler doesn't offer a GPS response system, only a navigation computer with no live response for emergencies, so if you're involved in an accident and you're incapacitated help may not come as quickly.

Both the Escape and the Wrangler have standard driver and passenger frontal airbags, front seatbelt pretensioners, height adjustable front shoulder belts, plastic fuel tanks, four-wheel antilock brakes, traction control and electronic stability systems to prevent skidding.

In a 31 MPH side-impact test, the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety crashes a 3300 pound sled into the side of new vehicles. In this test, results indicate that the Ford Escape is safer than the Wrangler Unlimited without its optional side airbags:

	Escape	Wrangler
Overall Evaluation	GOOD	MARGINAL
Structure	GOOD	ACCEPTABLE
	Driver
Head Protection Rating	GOOD	MARGINAL
Head Injury Rating	GOOD	GOOD
Torso Injury Rating	GOOD	POOR
Pelvis/Leg Injury Rating	GOOD	GOOD
Shoulder Movement	41 mm	41 mm
	Rear Passenger
Head Protection Rating	GOOD	MARGINAL
Head Injury Rating	GOOD	GOOD
Torso Injury Rating	GOOD	GOOD
Pelvis/Leg Injury Rating	GOOD	GOOD

The Insurance Institute for Highway Safety rates the general design of front seat head restraints for their ability to protect front seat occupants from whiplash injuries. The IIHS also performs a dynamic test on those seats with “good” or “acceptable” geometry. In these ratings, the Escape with standard seats is safer then the Wrangler:

	Escape	Wrangler
Overall Evaluation	GOOD	MARGINAL
Head Restraint Design	GOOD	ACCEPTABLE
Distance from Back of Head	12 mm	46 mm
Distance Below Top of Head	-11 mm	66 mm
Dynamic Test Rating	GOOD	MARGINAL
Seat Design	Pass	Fail
Neck Force Rating	Low	Medium
Max Neck Shearing Force	7	150
Max Neck Tension	324	947

(Lower numerical results are better in all tests.)

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The Escape's 5 year corrosion warranty has no mileage limitations, but the corrosion warranty on the Wrangler runs out after 100,000 miles.

There are over 38 percent more Ford dealers than there are Jeep dealers, which makes it easier should you ever need service under the Escape's warranty.

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J.D. Power and Associates rated the Escape first among compact SUVs in their 2015 Initial Quality Study. The Wrangler isn't in the top three in its category.

J.D. Power and Associates' 2015 Initial Quality Study of new car owners surveyed provide the statistics that show that Ford vehicles are better in initial quality than Jeep vehicles. J.D. Power ranks Ford 12th in initial quality, above the industry average. With 34 more problems per 100 vehicles, Jeep is ranked 29th, below the industry average.

J.D. Power and Associates' 2015 survey of the owners of three-year-old vehicles provides the long-term dependability statistics that show that Ford vehicles are more reliable than Jeep vehicles. J.D. Power ranks Ford 24th in reliability. With 9 more problems per 100 vehicles, Jeep is ranked 28th.

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The Escape's optional 2.0 turbo 4 cyl. produces 15 lbs.-ft. more torque (275 vs. 260) than the Wrangler's 3.6 DOHC V6.

As tested in Car and Driver the Ford Escape 2.0 EcoBoost is faster than the Jeep Wrangler (automatics tested):

	Escape	Wrangler
Zero to 30 MPH	2.2 sec	2.7 sec
Zero to 60 MPH	7 sec	7.8 sec
5 to 60 MPH Rolling Start	7.5 sec	8.2 sec
Passing 30 to 50 MPH	3.5 sec	4 sec
Passing 50 to 70 MPH	4.8 sec	5.5 sec
Quarter Mile	15.3 sec	16.3 sec
Speed in 1/4 Mile	90 MPH	84 MPH
Top Speed	118 MPH	99 MPH

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On the EPA test cycle the Escape gets better fuel mileage than the Wrangler 2dr:

		Escape	Wrangler
2WD	2.5 4 cyl./Auto	21 city/29 hwy	n/a
	1.5 EcoBoost 4 cyl./Auto	23 city/30 hwy	n/a
	2.0 EcoBoost 4 cyl./Auto	22 city/29 hwy	n/a
4WD		n/a	17 city/21 hwy	V6/Manual
	1.5 EcoBoost 4 cyl./Auto	22 city/28 hwy	n/a
	2.0 EcoBoost 4 cyl./Auto	20 city/27 hwy	17 city/21 hwy	V6/Auto

On the EPA test cycle the Escape gets better fuel mileage than the Wrangler Unlimited:

		Escape	Wrangler
2WD	2.5 4 cyl./Auto	21 city/29 hwy	n/a
	1.5 EcoBoost 4 cyl./Auto	23 city/30 hwy	n/a
	2.0 EcoBoost 4 cyl./Auto	22 city/29 hwy	n/a
4WD		n/a	17 city/21 hwy	V6/Manual
	1.5 EcoBoost 4 cyl./Auto	22 city/28 hwy	n/a
	2.0 EcoBoost 4 cyl./Auto	20 city/27 hwy	17 city/20 hwy	V6/Auto

In heavy traffic or at stoplights the Escape EcoBoost's engine automatically turns off when the vehicle is stopped, saving fuel and reducing pollution. The engine is automatically restarted when the driver gets ready to move again. (Start/Stop isn't accounted in present EPA fuel mileage tests.) The Wrangler doesn't offer an automatic engine start/stop system.

The Escape has a standard cap-less fueling system. The fuel filler is automatically opened when the fuel nozzle is inserted and automatically closed when it's removed. This eliminates the need to unscrew and replace the cap and it reduces fuel evaporation, which causes pollution. The Wrangler doesn't offer a cap-less fueling system.

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The Ford Escape comes standard with an automatic transmission, for driver comfort, especially in the city. Automatic costs extra on the Wrangler.

A six-speed automatic is standard on the Ford Escape, for better acceleration and lower engine speed on the highway. Only a five-speed automatic is available for the Wrangler.

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For better stopping power the Escape EcoBoost's front brake rotors are larger than those on the Wrangler:

	Escape EcoBoost	Wrangler
Front Rotors	12.6 inches	11.9 inches

The Escape stops much shorter than the Wrangler:

	Escape	Wrangler
70 to 0 MPH	172 feet	217 feet	Car and Driver
60 to 0 MPH	116 feet	150 feet	Motor Trend
60 to 0 MPH (Wet)	139 feet	181 feet	Consumer Reports

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For better traction, the Escape has larger tires than the Wrangler (235/55R17 vs. 225/75R16).

The Escape's standard tires provide better handling because they have a lower 55 series profile (height to width ratio) that provides a stiffer sidewall than the Wrangler Sport's standard 75 series tires. The Escape's optional tires have a lower 45 series profile than the Wrangler Sahara's 70 series tires.

For better ride, handling and brake cooling the Escape has standard 17-inch wheels. Smaller 16-inch wheels are standard on the Wrangler Sport. The Escape's optional 19-inch wheels are larger than the 18-inch wheels on the Wrangler Sahara.

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The Ford Escape's independent front suspension is much lighter than the Jeep Wrangler's solid front axle, which allows the Escape's wheels to react more quickly and accurately to the road's surface, improving both ride and handling.

For superior ride and handling, the Ford Escape has fully independent front and rear suspensions. An independent suspension allows the wheels to follow the road at the best angle for gripping the pavement, without compromising ride comfort. The Jeep Wrangler has a solid rear axle, with a non-independent rear suspension.

For much better steering response and tighter handling the Escape has rack and pinion steering, like Formula race cars, instead of the recirculating-ball type steering of the Wrangler.

The Escape has vehicle speed sensitive variable-assist power steering, for low-effort parking, better control at highway speeds and during hard cornering, and a better feel of the road. The Wrangler doesn't offer variable-assist power steering.

The Escape's drift compensation steering can automatically compensate for road conditions which would cause the vehicle to drift from side to side, helping the driver to keep the vehicle straight more easily. The Wrangler doesn't offer drift compensation steering.

The Escape Titanium AWD handles at .81 G's, while the Wrangler Rubicon Unlimited pulls only .61 G's of cornering force in a Car and Driver skidpad test.

The Escape Titanium AWD goes through AutoWeek's slalom 4.3 MPH faster than the Wrangler Sahara Unlimited (42.5 vs. 38.2 MPH).

The Escape Titanium AWD executes Motor Trend's “Figure Eight” maneuver 2.9 seconds quicker than the Wrangler Sahara Unlimited (27.3 seconds @ .6 average G's vs. 30.2 seconds @ .54 average G's).

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The Ford Escape may be more efficient, handle and accelerate better because it weighs about 250 to 600 pounds less than the Jeep Wrangler.

The Escape is 6.8 inches shorter than the Wrangler Unlimited, making the Escape easier to handle, maneuver and park in tight spaces.

Unibody construction makes the Escape's chassis much stiffer, which contributes to better handling, and enables softer springs to be used for a better ride. Unibody construction's stiffness also contributes to better durability and less body squeaks and rattles. The Wrangler doesn't use unibody construction, but a body-on-frame design.

For excellent aerodynamics, the Escape has standard flush composite headlights. The Wrangler has recessed headlights that spoil its aerodynamic shape and create extra drag.

The front grille of the Escape (except 2.0L ECOBoost) uses electronically controlled shutters to close off airflow and reduce drag when less engine cooling is needed. This helps improve highway fuel economy. The Wrangler doesn't offer active grille shutters.

As tested by Car and Driver, the interior of the Escape Titanium AWD is quieter than the Wrangler Rubicon Unlimited:

	Escape	Wrangler
At idle	39 dB	42 dB
Full-Throttle	76 dB	83 dB
70 MPH Cruising	71 dB	71 dB

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For enhanced passenger comfort on long trips the Escape SE/Titanium's rear seats recline. The Wrangler's rear seats don't recline.

The front step up height for the Escape is 6.3 inches lower than the Wrangler Unlimited (16.8” vs. 23.1”). The Escape's rear step up height is 6 inches lower than the Wrangler Unlimited's (17.5” vs. 23.5”).

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The Escape has a much larger cargo area than the Wrangler Unlimited with its rear seat up (34 vs. 31.5 cubic feet).

A low lift-over cargo hatch design makes loading and unloading the Escape easier. The Escape's cargo hatch lift-over height is 27.3 inches, while the Wrangler 2dr's liftover is 27.8 inches. The Wrangler Unlimited's liftover is 31.4 inches.

The Escape's standard folding rear seats are split to accommodate bulky cargo. The Wrangler 2dr's standard single piece folding rear seat is not as flexible; long cargo and a passenger can't share the rear seat.

The Escape's liftgate lifts up in one piece, completely out of the way of loading and unloading, while sheltering the cargo loading area. The Wrangler's swing out door blocks loading from the passenger's side.

To make loading and unloading groceries and cargo easier when your hands are full, the Escape's cargo door can be opened just by kicking your foot under the back bumper, leaving your hands completely free. The Escape also (except S) offers an optional power cargo door, which opens and closes automatically by pressing a button or just by kicking your foot under the back bumper. The Wrangler doesn't offer a power or hands-free opening cargo door.

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To help each driver find a more comfortable driving position, the Escape has a telescoping steering wheel. Much better than just a tilt steering wheel or adjustable seat, this allows a short driver to sit further from the steering wheel while maintaining contact with the pedals. The Wrangler doesn't offer a telescoping steering wheel.

When three different drivers share the Escape Titanium, the memory seats and mirrors make it convenient for all three. Each setting activates different, customized memories for the driver's seat position and outside mirror angle. The Wrangler doesn't offer a memory system.

The Escape Titanium's standard easy entry system glides the driver's seat back when the door is unlocked or the ignition is switched off, making it easier for the driver to get in and out. The Wrangler doesn't offer an easy entry system.

The Escape's standard power windows allow the driver or passenger to lower and raise the windows without leaning over or being distracted. Power windows cost extra on the Wrangler.

The Escape's standard driver's power window opens or closes with one touch of the switch, making it more convenient at drive-up windows and toll booths. The Wrangler's optional power window's switch has to be held the entire time to close it fully. The Escape's optional front and rear power windows all open or close fully with one touch of the switches.

The Escape's standard power window controls are mounted on the armrest for easy access. The Wrangler's optional power window controls are spread out on the center console where they can't be seen without the driver completely removing his eyes from the road.

The Escape's standard power locks allow the driver or passenger to lock or unlock all the doors at a touch without leaning over, or reaching to the back seat. Power locks cost extra on the Wrangler.

In case you lock your keys in your vehicle, or don't have them with you, you can let yourself in using the Escape SE/Titanium's exterior keypad. The Wrangler doesn't offer an exterior keypad entry system.

Intelligent Access standard on the Escape Titanium allows you to unlock the driver's door, cargo door and start the engine all without removing a key from pocket or purse. This eliminates searching for keys before loading groceries, getting in the vehicle in bad weather or making a hurried start to your trip. The Jeep Wrangler doesn't offer an advanced key system.

The Escape's standard speed-sensitive wipers speed up when the vehicle does, so that the driver doesn't have to continually adjust the speed of the wipers. The Wrangler's manually variable intermittent wipers have to be constantly adjusted. The Escape Titanium's optional wipers adjust their speed and turn on and off automatically according to the amount of rainfall on the windshield.

To improve rear visibility by keeping the rear window clear, the Escape has a standard rear wiper. A rear wiper costs extra on the Wrangler.

Consumer Reports rated the Escape's headlight performance “Good,” a higher rating than the Wrangler's headlights, which were rated “Fair.”

The Escape has a standard automatic headlight on/off feature. When the ignition is on, the headlights automatically turn on at dusk and off after dawn. When the ignition turns off, the headlights turn off after a delay timed to allow you to securely get to your front door. The Wrangler has an automatic headlight on/off feature standard only on the Sahara/Rubicon.

While driving with high beams on, sensitive light sensors available for the Escape Titanium detect other vehicles which could be blinded and automatically switch to low beams. The Wrangler doesn't offer automatic dimming high beams.

The Escape has standard power remote mirrors. The Wrangler only comes with remote mirrors at extra cost. Without them the driver will have to roll down the windows and reach across the car to adjust the mirrors.

The Escape's power mirror controls are mounted on the armrest for easy access. The Wrangler's optional power mirror controls are on the center console where they can't be seen without the driver completely removing his eyes from the road.

On extremely cold Winter days, the Escape Titanium's optional heated steering wheel provides comfort, allowing the driver to steer safely and comfortably before the vehicle heater warms up. The Wrangler doesn't offer a heated steering wheel.

The Escape SE/Titanium has a standard center folding armrest for the rear passengers. A center armrest helps make rear passengers more comfortable. The Wrangler doesn't offer a rear seat center armrest.

The Escape SE/Titanium's standard dual zone air conditioning allows the driver and front passenger to choose two completely different temperatures so people with different temperature preferences won't have to compromise. This makes both the driver and front passenger as comfortable as possible. The Wrangler doesn't offer dual zone air conditioning.

For greater rear passenger comfort, the Escape has standard rear a/c vents to keep rear occupants more comfortable. The Wrangler doesn't offer rear vents.

To keep a safe, consistent following distance, the Escape Titanium offers an optional Adaptive Cruise Control, which alters the speed of the vehicle without driver intervention. This allows the driver to use cruise control more safely without constantly having to disengage it when approaching slower traffic. The Wrangler doesn't offer an adaptive cruise control.

Standard SYNC AppLink for the Escape allows the driver and passengers access to select programs on their smartphones, including reading text messages aloud, tagging songs to buy them later, searching the internet and other connected activities without taking their eyes off the road or their hands from the wheel. The Wrangler doesn't offer factory integrated smartphone program access.

Bluetooth wireless connectivity is standard on the Escape, connecting the driver and passenger's cell phones to the vehicle systems. This allows them to use the vehicle's stereo and hand controls to place calls safely and easily. Bluetooth costs extra on the Wrangler.

The Escape Titanium's optional Active Park Assist can parallel park or back into a parking spot by itself, with the driver only controlling speed with the brake pedal. The Wrangler doesn't offer an automated parking system.

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The Escape is available in both front-wheel drive and four-wheel drive configurations. The Wrangler doesn't offer a two-wheel drive configuration.

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According to The Car Book by Jack Gillis, the Escape is less expensive to operate than the Wrangler because it costs $504 less to do the manufacturer's suggested maintenance for 50,000 miles. Typical repairs cost less on the Escape than the Wrangler, including $154 less for a water pump, $55 less for an alternator, $64 less for front brake pads, $20 less for a starter, $166 less for fuel injection, $161 less for a fuel pump and $138 less for a timing belt/chain.

The headlight lenses on the Escape are made of plastic to be lighter, more resistant to damage and less expensive to replace than the glass headlight lenses on the Wrangler.

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The Car Book by Jack Gillis recommends the Ford Escape, based on economy, maintenance, safety and complaint levels.