2009 Ford Escape vs. 1996 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2009 Ford Escape is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Toyota Corolla would be higher. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Escape (171 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1996 Toyota Corolla. (71 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1996 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 123 kg more than 2009 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, 2009 Ford Escape (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota Corolla. (135 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford Escape | 1996 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Escape | Corolla |
Year Released | 2009 | 1996 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 171 HP | 71 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 232 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 972 kg | 1095 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2470 mm |