2005 Ford Escape vs. 2010 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2010 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 5 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 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Escape (193 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2010 Toyota Tacoma. (157 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 2010 Toyota Tacoma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Escape weights approximately 423 kg more than 2010 Toyota Tacoma. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Toyota Tacoma is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 Toyota Tacoma. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford Escape, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (262 Nm) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Toyota Tacoma. (180 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Toyota Tacoma.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Escape | 2010 Toyota Tacoma | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Escape | Tacoma |
Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2999 cc | 2701 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 193 HP | 157 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 262 Nm | 180 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1497 kg | 1074 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 5290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3240 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.4 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 14 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 12.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 79 L |