2005 Ford Escape vs. 2002 Toyota Tundra
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 Tundra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Toyota Tundra would be higher. At 4,698 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Toyota Tundra (245 HP) has 44 more horse power than 2005 Ford Escape. (201 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Escape weights approximately 661 kg more than 2002 Toyota Tundra.
Because 2005 Ford Escape is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Toyota Tundra. 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 Tundra (427 Nm) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Escape. (251 Nm). This means 2002 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Escape | 2002 Toyota Tundra | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Escape | Tundra |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2961 cc | 4698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 245 HP |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 427 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1584 kg | 923 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 5530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 70 L |
