2005 Ford Escort vs. 2004 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2005 Ford Escort is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Toyota Yaris. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Toyota Yaris would be higher. At 1,753 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Escort (128 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2004 Toyota Yaris. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Escort weights approximately 125 kg more than 2004 Toyota Yaris. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2004 Toyota Yaris (280 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Escort. (170 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2004 Toyota Yaris will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Escort | 2004 Toyota Yaris | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Escort | Yaris |
Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1753 cc | 1363 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 128 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 81.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 18.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1015 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 3650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 45 L |