1998 Toyota Corolla vs. 2013 Ford Escape
To start off, 2013 Ford Escape is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Escape (237 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 1998 Toyota Corolla. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1998 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Escape weights approximately 473 kg more than 1998 Toyota Corolla. 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, 2013 Ford Escape (366 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Toyota Corolla. (120 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2013 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Toyota Corolla | 2013 Ford Escape | |
| Make | Toyota | Ford |
| Model | Corolla | Escape |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.5 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1633 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4524 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2078 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1684 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 57 L |
