2007 Toyota Highlander vs. 2013 Ford Escape
To start off, 2013 Ford Escape is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Toyota Highlander. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Toyota Highlander would be higher. At 3,311 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Highlander (215 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2013 Ford Escape. (166 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 2013 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Escape weights approximately 343 kg more than 2007 Toyota Highlander.
Because 2007 Toyota Highlander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Ford Escape. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Toyota Highlander (301 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Ford Escape. (230 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Toyota Highlander | 2013 Ford Escape | |
Make | Toyota | Ford |
Model | Highlander | Escape |
Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3311 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 166 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 301 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 9.7:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 1598 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4524 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2078 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1684 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 9.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 57 L |