2000 Toyota Corolla vs. 2010 Ford Escape
To start off, 2010 Ford Escape is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 2,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Escape (265 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 2000 Toyota Corolla. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 2000 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Escape weights approximately 725 kg more than 2000 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2010 Ford Escape (339 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Toyota Corolla. (120 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Toyota Corolla | 2010 Ford Escape | |
Make | Toyota | Ford |
Model | Corolla | Escape |
Year Released | 2000 | 2010 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1331 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 120 Nm | 339 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4717 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1925 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1702 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2824 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 72 L |