2008 Toyota Hilux vs. 2012 Ford Escape
To start off, 2012 Ford Escape is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Toyota Hilux. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Toyota Hilux would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford Escape (171 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2008 Toyota Hilux. (118 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota Hilux. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Hilux weights approximately 394 kg more than 2012 Ford Escape.
Because 2008 Toyota Hilux is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Ford Escape. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Hilux 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, 2008 Toyota Hilux (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Ford Escape. (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Hilux will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Toyota Hilux | 2012 Ford Escape | |
| Make | Toyota | Ford |
| Model | Hilux | Escape |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1860 kg | 1466 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4437 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1806 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1725 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2619 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 66 L |
