2000 Ford Escape vs. 1993 Toyota Cressida
To start off, 2000 Ford Escape is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Toyota Cressida. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Toyota Cressida would be higher. At 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Toyota Cressida is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Toyota Cressida (217 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2000 Ford Escape. (128 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Toyota Cressida should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Escape weights approximately 50 kg more than 1993 Toyota Cressida.
Because 2000 Ford Escape is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Toyota Cressida. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Ford Escape 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, 1993 Toyota Cressida (279 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Escape. (169 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1993 Toyota Cressida will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Escape. 1993 Toyota Cressida has automatic transmission and 2000 Ford Escape has manual transmission. 2000 Ford Escape will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1993 Toyota Cressida will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Escape | 1993 Toyota Cressida | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Escape | Cressida |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1993 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 2997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 279 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.8 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2740 mm |
