2005 Ford Escape vs. 2003 Toyota Echo
To start off, 2005 Ford Escape is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Toyota Echo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Toyota Echo would be higher. At 2,302 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Escape (154 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2003 Toyota Echo. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 2003 Toyota Echo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Escape weights approximately 523 kg more than 2003 Toyota Echo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 2005 Ford Escape (206 Nm) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Toyota Echo. (142 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Toyota Echo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Escape | 2003 Toyota Echo | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Escape | Echo |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2302 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 75.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 84.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1478 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 45 L |
