2003 Ford Escape vs. 1997 Toyota Previa
To start off, 2003 Ford Escape is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Toyota Previa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Toyota Previa would be higher. At 2,438 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Toyota Previa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Toyota Previa (132 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2003 Ford Escape. (128 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Toyota Previa should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Toyota Previa weights approximately 144 kg more than 2003 Ford Escape. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Ford Escape is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Toyota Previa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 1997 Toyota Previa (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ford Escape. (162 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1997 Toyota Previa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ford Escape | 1997 Toyota Previa | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Escape | Previa |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1997 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 2438 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 132 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.8 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 75 L |
