2006 Ford Escape vs. 2000 Toyota Mark II
To start off, 2006 Ford Escape is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Toyota Mark II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Toyota Mark II would be higher. At 2,259 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Toyota Mark II (156 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2006 Ford Escape. (133 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Mark II should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Escape weights approximately 205 kg more than 2000 Toyota Mark II.
Because 2000 Toyota Mark II is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Ford Escape. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Mark II 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, 2000 Toyota Mark II (200 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Escape. (168 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2000 Toyota Mark II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Escape | 2000 Toyota Mark II | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Escape | Mark II |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2259 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.4 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 13.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 70 L |
