2009 Ford Escape vs. 2005 Toyota Soarer
To start off, 2009 Ford Escape is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota Soarer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Soarer would be higher. At 4,292 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Soarer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Soarer (276 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 2009 Ford Escape. (153 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Soarer should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Soarer weights approximately 764 kg more than 2009 Ford Escape. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2005 Toyota Soarer (430 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Escape. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Soarer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford Escape | 2005 Toyota Soarer | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Escape | Soarer |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2488 cc | 4292 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 184 Nm | 430 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1730 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2630 mm |