2000 Ford Escape vs. 2011 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2011 Toyota Sienna is newer by 11 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota Sienna (266 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 2000 Ford Escape. (128 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 610 kg more than 2000 Ford Escape. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2011 Toyota Sienna (332 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Escape. (169 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Escape. 2011 Toyota Sienna 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. 2011 Toyota Sienna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Ford Escape | 2011 Toyota Sienna | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Escape | Sienna |
Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1988 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 128 HP | 266 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 169 Nm | 332 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 2080 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 5085 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1984 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1811 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3030 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 76 L |