2025 Ford
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2025 Toyota
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| MPG - City | 26 - 42 MPG | 19 - 20 MPG |
| MPG - Hwy | 32 - 36 MPG | 24 - 26 MPG |
| Seating Capacity | 5 seats | 5 - 7 seats |
| Cargo Space | 60.8 - 65.4 ft3 | 90.2 ft3 |
| Engine |
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| Transmission | Automatic, Continuously Variable | Automatic |
| Drivetrain | All Wheel Drive, Front Wheel Drive | Four Wheel Drive, Rear Wheel Drive |
| Horsepower | 180 - 192 hp | 278 hp |
| Towing Capacity | 1,500 - 2,000 lbs | 6,000 lbs |
| Exterior Length | 180.5 - 181.2 in | 194.9 in |
| Exterior Width | 74.1 in | 77.9 in |
| Leg Room |
Front 42.4 in
Rear 38.9 - 40.7 in |
Front 41.8 in
Rear 34.8 in |
| Head Room |
Front 40.0 in
Rear 39.3 in |
Front 39.7 in
Rear 37.8 in |
*MSRP and Invoice prices displayed are for educational purposes only, do not reflect the actual selling price of a particular vehicle, and do not include applicable gas taxes or destination charges.
Comfort
Rear passengers will be able to stretch out a lot more in the Ford Escape than in the Toyota 4Runner.
The Ford Escape offers just a little more front head- and legroom than the Toyota 4Runner, making it a little more comfortable for the driver and front passenger.
Convenience
You'll be making about the same number of stops at the gas station with the Ford Escape as you will with the Toyota 4Runner, as they are both able to travel similar distances on a tank of gas.
Cost
There are a lot of factors to consider when calculating the overall cost of a vehicle. The main consideration is Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price (MSRP). Clearly, the Ford Escape is a better financial choice over the Toyota 4Runner, when considering MSRP.
Dimensions
Since the Ford Escape is much slimmer than the Toyota 4Runner, it'll be much easier to find a wide enough space in a crowded parking lot.
If you go with the Ford Escape, you'll have a much easier time finding a large enough space to park than you will with the Toyota 4Runner.
Handling
The Ford Escape has a smaller turning radius than the Toyota 4Runner, allowing you to more easily maneuver in and out of tight spots.
Performance
In terms of towing capacity, the Toyota 4Runner is clearly the choice over the Ford Escape for pulling heavy loads.
When it comes to horsepower, the Ford Escape has a lot less horsepower than the Toyota 4Runner.
Powertrain
The Ford Escape has much lower torque than the Toyota 4Runner, which generally means that it won't feel as fast or powerful.
Utility
In terms of seating, you'll be able to fit about the same number of people in both the Ford Escape and the Toyota 4Runner.
The Ford Escape has significantly less cargo capacity than the Toyota 4Runner.