2004 Ford Escape vs. 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2004 Ford Escape is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser (246 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2004 Ford Escape. (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 411 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 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Ford Escape. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser 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 Toyota Land Cruiser (380 Nm) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Escape. (265 Nm). This means 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford Escape | 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Escape | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 2004 | 2003 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2966 cc | 3993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 246 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 265 Nm | 380 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 95 mm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1489 kg | 1900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 87 L |