2005 Ford Escape vs. 1995 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2005 Ford Escape is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Toyota Carina (131 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2005 Ford Escape. (124 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Escape weights approximately 230 kg more than 1995 Toyota Carina.
Because 2005 Ford Escape is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Toyota Carina. 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, 1995 Toyota Carina (183 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Escape. (168 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1995 Toyota Carina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Escape | 1995 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Escape | Carina |
Year Released | 2005 | 1995 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1988 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 124 HP | 131 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 168 Nm | 183 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.8 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1240 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2590 mm |