2006 Ford Escape vs. 2001 Toyota MR2
To start off, 2006 Ford Escape is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Toyota MR2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota MR2 would be higher. At 2,262 cc, 2006 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Escape (153 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2001 Toyota MR2. (140 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota MR2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota MR2 weights approximately 390 kg more than 2006 Ford Escape.
Because 2006 Ford Escape is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Toyota MR2. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Ford Escape (206 Nm) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota MR2. (170 Nm). This means 2006 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota MR2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Escape | 2001 Toyota MR2 | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Escape | MR2 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2262 cc | 1799 cc |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2470 mm |
