2007 Ford Escape vs. 2013 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2013 Toyota Highlander is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Ford Escape. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Ford Escape would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Highlander (228 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2007 Ford Escape. (160 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Escape.
Because 2013 Toyota Highlander is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Ford Escape. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Highlander 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, 2013 Toyota Highlander (292 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Escape. (212 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Ford Escape | 2013 Toyota Highlander | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Escape | Highlander |
Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2299 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 228 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 212 Nm | 292 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 83 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4795 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2790 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 114 L | 65 L |