1999 Ford Escort vs. 2004 Toyota MR2
To start off, 2004 Toyota MR2 is newer by 5 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 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota MR2 (138 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1999 Ford Escort. (129 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota MR2 should accelerate faster than 1999 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ford Escort weights approximately 81 kg more than 2004 Toyota MR2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ford Escort | 2004 Toyota MR2 | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Escort | MR2 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1800 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1146 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2610 mm |
