HEAD TO HEAD The 2024 Ford Escape vs. The 2024 Toyota RAV4
Performance & Capability
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2024 Ford Escape | 2024 Toyota RAV4 |
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| Engine | 2.0L EcoBoost | 2.5L 4-Cyl |
| Horsepower | 250 | 203 |
| Torque | 280lb-ft | 184lb-ft |
| Transmission | 8-Speed Automatic | 8-Speed Automatic |
| Towing | 3,500lbs | 1,500lbs |
| Payload | 2000lbs | 1230lbs |
| EPA | 27 MPG (city) - 34 MPG (highway) | 27 MPG (city) - 35 MPG (highway) |
Winner: Escape
Comparing the Escape’s EcoBoost to the RAV4’s 2.5L, the Escape’s EcoBoost is the clear-cut winner. Better towing, more torque, and higher horsepower are what make the Escape’s EcoBoost engine outperform the RAV4’s 2.5L 4-Cyl.
Offering 3,500lbs of towing with an optional Class II Trailer Tow Package, the Escape has distinguished itself from other SUV Crossovers as the best-in-class for towing. While the RAV4 TRD Off-Road can tow 3,500lbs, the standard RAV4 package can only tow 1,500lbs.
Appearance
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2024 Ford Escape | 2024 Toyota RAV4 |
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| Wheelbase | 106.7 inches | 105.9 inches |
| Length | 180.1 inches | 180.9 inches |
| Height | 66 inches | 67 inches |
| Width | 74.1 inches | 73 inches |
| Maximum Cargo Capacity | 37.5 cu.ft | 37.5 cu.ft |
| Ground Clearance | 7.5 in | 8.1 in |
Winner: Escape
The 2024 Ford Escape’s lower ground clearance means a lower center of gravity and thus more stability. Combine this with an extra inch in wheelbase and the stability of your Escape is even higher.
Price
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2024 Ford Escape Active | 2024 Ford Escape ST-Line | 2024 Toyota RAV4 LE | 2024 Toyota RAV4 Adventure |
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| MSRP | $29,345 | $30,340 | $28,475 | $34,670 |
Winner: Ranger
Disclaimer: MSRP pricing is provided by Toyota.com and Ford.com.
