2005 Ford Escape vs. 2002 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2005 Ford Escape is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 2,262 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Escape (154 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2002 Toyota Corolla. (129 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 2002 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Escape weights approximately 425 kg more than 2002 Toyota Corolla. 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 2002 Toyota Corolla. 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 (206 Nm) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Toyota Corolla. (170 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Escape | 2002 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Escape | Corolla |
Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2262 cc | 1795 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 154 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 206 Nm | 170 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 91.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1545 kg | 1120 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2610 mm |