1999 Ford Escort vs. 2001 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2001 Toyota Highlander is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Ford Escort would be higher. At 2,362 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Highlander (157 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1999 Ford Escort. (131 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 1999 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 456 kg more than 1999 Ford Escort. 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, 2001 Toyota Highlander (220 Nm) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ford Escort. (178 Nm). This means 2001 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ford Escort | 2001 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Escort | Highlander |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1983 cc | 2362 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.8 mm | 88.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.9 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 11.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1124 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2730 mm |
