1998 Toyota Caldina vs. 2010 Ford Escape
To start off, 2010 Ford Escape is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Toyota Caldina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Toyota Caldina 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 132 more horse power than 1998 Toyota Caldina. (133 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1998 Toyota Caldina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Escape weights approximately 488 kg more than 1998 Toyota Caldina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Toyota Caldina is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Ford Escape. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Caldina 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, 2010 Ford Escape (339 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Toyota Caldina. (181 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Toyota Caldina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Toyota Caldina | 2010 Ford Escape | |
| Make | Toyota | Ford |
| Model | Caldina | Escape |
| Year Released | 1998 | 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 | 133 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1362 kg | 1850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4717 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1925 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1702 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2824 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 72 L |
