1994 Toyota Carina vs. 2010 Ford Escape
To start off, 2010 Ford Escape is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 2,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Escape (265 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1994 Toyota Carina. (131 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1994 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Escape weights approximately 610 kg more than 1994 Toyota Carina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2010 Ford Escape (339 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Toyota Carina. (184 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Toyota Carina. 2010 Ford Escape has automatic transmission and 1994 Toyota Carina has manual transmission. 1994 Toyota Carina will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Ford Escape will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Toyota Carina | 2010 Ford Escape | |
Make | Toyota | Ford |
Model | Carina | Escape |
Year Released | 1994 | 2010 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 131 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 184 Nm | 339 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4717 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1925 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1702 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2824 mm |