1996 Ford Escort vs. 2002 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2002 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Ford Escort would be higher. At 2,982 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Toyota Land Cruiser (162 HP) has 88 more horse power than 1996 Ford Escort. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1996 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 820 kg more than 1996 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Ford Escort. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 2002 Toyota Land Cruiser (343 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Ford Escort. (114 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2002 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Ford Escort | 2002 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Escort | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 1996 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1391 cc | 2982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 162 HP |
Torque | 114 Nm | 343 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1870 mm |