2000 Ford Escape vs. 2002 Toyota MR2
To start off, 2002 Toyota MR2 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ford Escape. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ford Escape would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Escape (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2002 Toyota MR2. (197 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 2002 Toyota MR2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Toyota MR2 weights approximately 38 kg more than 2000 Ford Escape.
Because 2000 Ford Escape is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Toyota MR2. 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, 2000 Ford Escape (272 Nm) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Toyota MR2. (170 Nm). This means 2000 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Toyota MR2. 2000 Ford Escape has automatic transmission and 2002 Toyota MR2 has manual transmission. 2002 Toyota MR2 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Ford Escape will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Escape | 2002 Toyota MR2 | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Escape | MR2 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2002 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 272 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1572 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 72 L |
