2005 Ford Escape vs. 2008 Toyota 4Runner

To start off, 2008 Toyota 4Runner is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Escape. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Escape would be higher. At 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota 4Runner (236 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 2005 Ford Escape. (154 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Escape weights approximately 18 kg more than 2008 Toyota 4Runner.

Because 2008 Toyota 4Runner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Ford Escape. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Toyota 4Runner 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, 2008 Toyota 4Runner (361 Nm) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Escape. (206 Nm). This means 2008 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Escape.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Ford Escape 2008 Toyota 4Runner
Make Ford Toyota
Model Escape 4Runner
Year Released 2005 2008
Body Type SUV SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2302 cc 4000 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 154 HP 236 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 206 Nm 361 Nm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.7:1 10.0:1
Drive Type Front 4WD
Number of Seats 5 seats 7 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1478 kg 1460 kg
Vehicle Length 4450 mm 4810 mm
Vehicle Width 1790 mm 1920 mm
Vehicle Height 1780 mm 1770 mm
Wheelbase Size 2620 mm 2800 mm
Fuel Consumption City 9.8 L/100km 14.9 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 9.1 L/100km 8.3 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 62 L 87 L


 

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