2002 Ford Escape vs. 2000 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2002 Ford Escape is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Toyota Avensis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Toyota Avensis would be higher. At 1,988 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ford Escape (128 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2000 Toyota Avensis. (127 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 2000 Toyota Avensis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ford Escape weights approximately 235 kg more than 2000 Toyota Avensis. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Ford Escape is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Toyota Avensis. 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, 2000 Toyota Avensis (170 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford Escape. (168 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2000 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Ford Escape | 2000 Toyota Avensis | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Escape | Avensis |
Year Released | 2002 | 2000 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1988 cc | 1794 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 128 HP | 127 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 168 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1235 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 60 L |