2003 Ford Escape vs. 2004 Toyota Allion
To start off, 2004 Toyota Allion is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Ford Escape. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Ford Escape would be higher. At 1,988 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford Escape (128 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2004 Toyota Allion. (110 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota Allion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Escape weights approximately 336 kg more than 2004 Toyota Allion. 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 2004 Toyota Allion. 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, 2003 Ford Escape (162 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota Allion. (148 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota Allion. 2004 Toyota Allion has automatic transmission and 2003 Ford Escape has manual transmission. 2003 Ford Escape will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Toyota Allion will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ford Escape | 2004 Toyota Allion | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Escape | Allion |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 1453 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.8 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 84.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2710 mm |
