1999 Ford Escort vs. 2009 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2009 Toyota 4Runner is newer by 10 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 3,956 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota 4Runner (236 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1999 Ford Escort. (131 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 1999 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 208 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.
Because 2009 Toyota 4Runner is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Toyota 4Runner. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Ford Escort, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2009 Toyota 4Runner (361 Nm) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ford Escort. (178 Nm). This means 2009 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ford Escort | 2009 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Escort | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1983 cc | 3956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 236 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1124 kg | 1332 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2800 mm |
