2004 Ford Escape vs. 2000 Toyota Soarer
To start off, 2004 Ford Escape is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Toyota Soarer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Toyota Soarer would be higher. At 4,292 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Toyota Soarer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Toyota Soarer (276 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2004 Ford Escape. (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Soarer should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Toyota Soarer weights approximately 212 kg more than 2004 Ford Escape. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Ford Escape is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Toyota Soarer. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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 Soarer (431 Nm) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Escape. (257 Nm). This means 2000 Toyota Soarer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford Escape | 2000 Toyota Soarer | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Escape | Soarer |
Year Released | 2004 | 2000 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2981 cc | 4292 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 257 Nm | 431 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1518 kg | 1730 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2630 mm |