2005 Ford Escape vs. 2012 Toyota Matrix
To start off, 2012 Toyota Matrix is newer by 7 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Matrix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Matrix (158 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2005 Ford Escape. (124 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Matrix should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Escape.
Because 2005 Ford Escape is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Toyota Matrix. 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, 2012 Toyota Matrix (219 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Escape. (168 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota Matrix will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Escape. 2012 Toyota Matrix has automatic transmission and 2005 Ford Escape has manual transmission. 2005 Ford Escape will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Toyota Matrix will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Escape | 2012 Toyota Matrix | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Escape | Matrix |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 219 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1765 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1549 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2601 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 50 L |
