2008 Ford Escape vs. 1996 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2008 Ford Escape is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 2,294 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Toyota Celica (173 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2008 Ford Escape. (153 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Escape.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2008 Ford Escape (206 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota Celica. (178 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Escape | 1996 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Escape | Celica |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1996 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2294 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.4 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 114 L | 75 L |
