Ford Escort vs Toyota Echo
Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.
Vehicles
Vehicles
2005 Toyota Echo
Overview
| Spec | Ford EscortZX2 | Toyota EchoBase |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | ZX2 | Base |
| Body style | Coupe | Coupe |
| Drivetrain | front wheel drive | front wheel drive |
| Fuel type | regular unleaded | regular unleaded |
| Transmission | 5-speed manual | 5-speed manual |
| Engine type | gas | gas |
| Model year | 2003 | 2005 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | Ford EscortZX2 | Toyota EchoBase |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $13,205 | $10,455 (best) |
| For sale now | 0 | 0 |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | Ford EscortZX2 | Toyota EchoBase |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | 25 MPG | 33 MPG (best) |
| City MPG | 23 MPG | 30 MPG (best) |
| Highway MPG | 30 MPG | 38 MPG (best) |
| Fuel tank | 12.7 gal (best) | 11.9 gal |
Performance
| Spec | Ford EscortZX2 | Toyota EchoBase |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 130 hp (best) | 108 hp |
| Torque | 135 lb-ft (best) | 105 lb-ft |
| Engine size | 2 L (best) | 1.5 L |
| Cylinders | I4 | I4 |
Size & capability
| Spec | Ford EscortZX2 | Toyota EchoBase |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | 4 seats | 5 seats (best) |
| Doors | 2 | 2 |
| Cargo volume | 11.8 cu ft | 13.6 cu ft (best) |
| Curb weight | 2,464 lbs | 2,035 lbs (best) |
| Ground clearance | — | 4.7 in (best) |
| Wheelbase | 98.4 in (best) | 93.3 in |
| Length | 175.2 in (best) | 164.8 in |
| Width | 67.4 in (best) | 65.4 in |
| Height | 52.3 in | 59.4 in (best) |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | Ford EscortZX2 | Toyota EchoBase |
|---|---|---|
| Frontal crash (driver) | — | 4 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Frontal crash (passenger) | — | 4 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Open recalls (YMM scope) | None reported | None reported |
Highlighted values indicate the better figure for that spec when a clear winner exists. Specs reflect the selected trim for each vehicle. Drag a vehicle header to reorder columns. MSRP and specifications are manufacturer data; listing prices and inventory come from live dealer listings. Safety ratings are from NHTSA.
Trim overview
All available trims with MSRP. The trim selected above is highlighted; comparison specs use that selection.
| Trim | Ford Escort | Toyota Echo |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | ZX2 $13,205 MSRP(Currently comparing) | Base $10,455 MSRP(Currently comparing) |
| 2 | ZX2 Deluxe $14,355 MSRP | Base $10,985 MSRP |
| 3 | ZX2 Premium $14,810 MSRP | Base $11,255 MSRP |
| 4 | — | Base $11,785 MSRP |