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 1,988 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Toyota Corolla (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2005 Ford Escape. (124 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Escape weights approximately 350 kg more than 2002 Toyota Corolla.
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, 2002 Toyota Corolla (170 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Escape. (168 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2002 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Escape. 2002 Toyota Corolla has automatic transmission and 2005 Ford Escape has manual transmission. 2005 Ford Escape will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Toyota Corolla will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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 | 1988 cc | 1795 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 124 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 168 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.8 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 91.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1120 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2610 mm |