2005 Ford Escape vs. 1992 Toyota Sera
To start off, 2005 Ford Escape is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Toyota Sera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Toyota Sera would be higher. At 1,988 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Escape (124 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1992 Toyota Sera. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1992 Toyota Sera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Escape weights approximately 570 kg more than 1992 Toyota Sera. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Ford Escape is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Toyota Sera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Ford Escape (168 Nm) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Toyota Sera. (132 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Toyota Sera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Escape | 1992 Toyota Sera | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Escape | Sera |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.8 mm | 73.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 87.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2410 mm |
