2005 Ford Escape vs. 2012 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2012 Toyota Yaris 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 2,961 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Escape (201 HP) has 95 more horse power than 2012 Toyota Yaris. (106 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 2012 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Escape weights approximately 534 kg more than 2012 Toyota Yaris. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Ford Escape is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Toyota Yaris. 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, 2005 Ford Escape (251 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Toyota Yaris. (139 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Escape | 2012 Toyota Yaris | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Escape | Yaris |
Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2961 cc | 1500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 106 HP |
Torque | 251 Nm | 139 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1584 kg | 1050 kg |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 42 L |