2008 Ford Escape vs. 2001 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2008 Ford Escape is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Toyota Tundra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota Tundra would be higher. At 3,398 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Tundra (187 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2008 Ford Escape. (153 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Escape.
Because 2001 Toyota Tundra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Ford Escape. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Tundra 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, 2001 Toyota Tundra (298 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Escape. (206 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2001 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Ford Escape | 2001 Toyota Tundra | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Escape | Tundra |
Year Released | 2008 | 2001 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2294 cc | 3398 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 206 Nm | 298 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3270 mm |