2005 Ford Escape vs. 2001 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2005 Ford Escape is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 1,988 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Celica (190 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2005 Ford Escape. (124 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Escape weights approximately 351 kg more than 2001 Toyota Celica.
Because 2005 Ford Escape is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Toyota Celica. 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, 2001 Toyota Celica (180 Nm) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Escape. (168 Nm). This means 2001 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Escape | 2001 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Escape | Celica |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 1797 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.8 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 85.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1119 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 45 L |
