2006 Ford Escape vs. 1997 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2006 Ford Escape is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Toyota Avensis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Toyota Avensis would be higher. At 2,261 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Escape (153 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1997 Toyota Avensis. (109 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1997 Toyota Avensis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Escape weights approximately 615 kg more than 1997 Toyota Avensis. 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, 2006 Ford Escape (207 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Toyota Avensis. (155 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Toyota Avensis.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Escape | 1997 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Escape | Avensis |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1997 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2261 cc | 1761 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 207 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.4 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 60 L |
