2002 Ford Escape vs. 1994 Toyota MR2
To start off, 2002 Ford Escape is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Toyota MR2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Toyota MR2 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Toyota MR2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Toyota MR2 (173 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2002 Ford Escape. (128 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Toyota MR2 should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ford Escape weights approximately 235 kg more than 1994 Toyota MR2.
Because 2002 Ford Escape is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Toyota MR2. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 1994 Toyota MR2 (186 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford Escape. (168 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1994 Toyota MR2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ford Escape | 1994 Toyota MR2 | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Escape | MR2 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1994 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 70 L |
