2005 Ford Escape vs. 2008 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2008 Toyota Avensis 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 2,231 cc, 2008 Toyota Avensis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Avensis (148 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2005 Ford Escape. (124 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Escape weights approximately 6 kg more than 2008 Toyota Avensis.
Because 2005 Ford Escape is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Toyota Avensis. 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, 2008 Toyota Avensis (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Escape. (168 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Avensis 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 Avensis | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Escape | Avensis |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 2231 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.8 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 16.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1464 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 60 L |
