2008 Toyota Camry vs. 2010 Ford Escape
To start off, 2010 Ford Escape is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Toyota Camry would be higher. At 2,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Escape weights approximately 1511 kg more than 2008 Toyota Camry.
Because 2010 Ford Escape is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 Ford Escape. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Camry, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2010 Ford Escape (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 256 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Camry. (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Camry. 2010 Ford Escape has automatic transmission and 2008 Toyota Camry has manual transmission. 2008 Toyota Camry will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Ford Escape will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Toyota Camry | 2010 Ford Escape | |
| Make | Toyota | Ford |
| Model | Camry | Escape |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2362 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 255 HP |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 474 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1392 kg | 2903 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5504 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 2111 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3505 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 132 L |
