1996 Toyota Cresta vs. 2011 Ford Escape
To start off, 2011 Ford Escape is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Toyota Cresta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Toyota Cresta would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Toyota Cresta (197 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2011 Ford Escape. (171 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Cresta should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Escape weights approximately 18 kg more than 1996 Toyota Cresta.
Because 1996 Toyota Cresta is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Ford Escape. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Cresta 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, 1996 Toyota Cresta (255 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford Escape. (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1996 Toyota Cresta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Toyota Cresta | 2011 Ford Escape | |
| Make | Toyota | Ford |
| Model | Cresta | Escape |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2491 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1498 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4437 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1806 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1725 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2619 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 66 L |
