2007 Toyota Land Cruiser vs. 2011 Ford Escape
To start off, 2011 Ford Escape is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 4,477 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser (221 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2011 Ford Escape. (171 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 512 kg more than 2011 Ford Escape. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Ford Escape. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser 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 Land Cruiser (387 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford Escape. (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford Escape. 2011 Ford Escape has automatic transmission and 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser has manual transmission. 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Ford Escape will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser | 2011 Ford Escape | |
| Make | Toyota | Ford |
| Model | Land Cruiser | Escape |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4477 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 221 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 387 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2010 kg | 1498 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4437 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1806 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1725 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3190 mm | 2619 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 66 L |
