2009 Ford Escape vs. 2004 Toyota Previa
To start off, 2009 Ford Escape is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Toyota Previa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Toyota Previa would be higher. At 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Escape (171 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2004 Toyota Previa. (154 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota Previa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Previa weights approximately 578 kg more than 2009 Ford Escape.
Because 2009 Ford Escape is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Toyota Previa. 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 (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota Previa. (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota Previa.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford Escape | 2004 Toyota Previa | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Escape | Previa |
Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2488 cc | 2362 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 171 HP | 154 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 232 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1022 kg | 1600 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2910 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.4 L/100km | 9.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 75 L |