2005 Ford Escape vs. 1999 Lexus LX
To start off, 2005 Ford Escape is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Lexus LX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Lexus LX would be higher. At 4,662 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Lexus LX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lexus LX (232 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 2005 Ford Escape. (154 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lexus LX should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Lexus LX weights approximately 885 kg more than 2005 Ford Escape. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1999 Lexus LX (434 Nm) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Escape. (206 Nm). This means 1999 Lexus LX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Escape | 1999 Lexus LX | |
| Make | Ford | Lexus |
| Model | Escape | LX |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1999 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2262 cc | 4662 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1545 kg | 2430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 66 L |
