2009 Ford Escape vs. 2000 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2009 Ford Escape is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Toyota Sienna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Toyota Sienna would be higher. At 2,981 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Toyota Sienna (187 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2009 Ford Escape. (169 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster 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, 2000 Toyota Sienna (273 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Escape. (171 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2000 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Escape. 2000 Toyota Sienna has automatic transmission and 2009 Ford Escape has manual transmission. 2009 Ford Escape will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Toyota Sienna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford Escape | 2000 Toyota Sienna | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Escape | Sienna |
Year Released | 2009 | 2000 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2486 cc | 2981 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 169 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 171 Nm | 273 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1870 mm |