2009 Ford Escape vs. 2001 Toyota BB
To start off, 2009 Ford Escape is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Toyota BB. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota BB would be higher. At 2,976 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Escape (172 HP @ 6550 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2001 Toyota BB. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota BB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Escape weights approximately 2 kg more than 2001 Toyota BB. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Ford Escape is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Toyota BB. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Ford Escape 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, 2009 Ford Escape (302 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota BB. (150 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota BB.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Escape | 2001 Toyota BB | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Escape | BB |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2976 cc | 1495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6550 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 302 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 84.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1022 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 45 L |
