2006 Ford Escape vs. 2003 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2006 Ford Escape is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Toyota Avensis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Toyota Avensis would be higher. At 2,261 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Toyota Avensis (157 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2006 Ford Escape. (155 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Escape weights approximately 305 kg more than 2003 Toyota Avensis.
Because 2006 Ford Escape is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Toyota Avensis. 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, 2003 Toyota Avensis (204 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Escape. (168 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2003 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Escape | 2003 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Escape | Avensis |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2261 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 204 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 60 L |
