2020 Ford Escape vs. 2020 Lincoln Corsair
iSeeCars' unbiased and data-driven comparison of the 2020 Ford Escape and 2020 Lincoln Corsair contrasts the two cars across a broad spectrum of vehicle specifications to determine which car is better. In addition to comparing pricing and specs, iSeeCars uses all the ratings, rankings, and insights from its comprehensive analyses of each vehicle model, including calculations of reliability, safety, depreciation, value retention, and the vehicle's projected lifetime recalls (based on analyzing over 25 billion data points). This in-depth evaluation is used to identify which vehicle represents a better overall choice for shoppers who are considering both the 2020 Ford Escape and the 2020 Lincoln Corsair.
In comparing the 2020 Ford Escape's and the 2020 Lincoln Corsair's specifications and ratings, the 2020 Ford Escape has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for used cars, and fuel efficiency, resale value and interior volume. The 2020 Lincoln Corsair has the advantage in the area of base engine power. Based on this comparison of the 2020 Ford Escape's and the 2020 Lincoln Corsair's specifications and ratings, the 2020 Ford Escape is a better car than the 2020 Lincoln Corsair.
Pricing: A used 2020 Ford Escape ranges from $16,380 to $25,512 while a used 2020 Lincoln Corsair is priced between $23,495 to $34,560.
Resale/Retained Value: Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the 2020 Ford Escape loses 46.4 percent of its value and the 2020 Lincoln Corsair loses 50.3 percent of its value. This means the 2020 Ford Escape retains 3.9 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the 2020 Lincoln Corsair.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison: For engine performance, the 2020 Ford Escape’s base engine makes 181 horsepower, and the 2020 Lincoln Corsair base engine makes 250 horsepower. The Escape is rated to deliver an average of 30 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 485 miles. The Corsair is rated to deliver an average of 25 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 470 miles. This gives the 2020 Ford Escape the fuel efficiency and maximum range advantage over the 2020 Lincoln Corsair. Both models use regular unleaded.
Passenger Space Comparison: While both models are crossover/compact SUVs, the 2020 Ford Escape has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front head room, front shoulder room, rear head room, rear leg room, and cargo space. The 2020 Lincoln Corsair has the advantage in the areas of front leg room and rear shoulder room.
Safety Ratings: When comparing crash test ratings from NHTSA, both the 2020 Ford Escape and the 2020 Lincoln Corsair have the same average safety rating of 5 out of 5 Stars.
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
-
Starting MSRP:
$24,885
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Compact SUVs)
$24,855
Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Compact SUVs)
$22,995 - $26,645
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
-
Starting MSRP:
$35,945
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Luxury Compact SUVs)
$45,123
Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Luxury Compact SUVs)
$33,500 - $73,400
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
$20,612
Price Range:
$16,380 - $25,512
Category Avg Price:
(Compact SUVs)
$22,143
Category Avg Price Range:
(Compact SUVs)
$18,125 - $26,362
# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
1,585
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
60,092
# Good or Great Deals:
667
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
$28,701
Price Range:
$23,495 - $34,560
Category Avg Price:
(Luxury Compact SUVs)
$34,494
Category Avg Price Range:
(Luxury Compact SUVs)
$24,102 - $55,670
# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
443
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
45,213
# Good or Great Deals:
195
Ford Escape Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.6 / 10
Reliability:
8.2 / 10
Retained Value:
7.6 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
Lincoln Corsair Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
7.4 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for 2020 Ford Escape
Remaining Life Expectancy (years):
6.2
Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:
(Compact SUVs)
6.8
Category Remaining Life Expectancy Range:
(Compact SUVs)
5.9 - 9.4
Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
14.2%
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for 2020 Lincoln Corsair
Remaining Life Expectancy (years):
Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:
(Luxury Compact SUVs)
8.3
Category Remaining Life Expectancy Range:
(Luxury Compact SUVs)
6.7 - 9.3
Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
14.6
Typical Category Recalls:
(Compact SUVs)
3.5
Category Range for Recalls:
(Compact SUVs)
1.2 - 21
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
8.2
Typical Category Recalls:
(Luxury Compact SUVs)
4.2
Category Range for Recalls:
(Luxury Compact SUVs)
1 - 32.2
Ford Escape Rankings
Ranking
1 out of / 19Ranking
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3 out of / 19Ranking
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6 out of / 19Ranking
6 out of / 19Ranking
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11 out of / 19Ranking
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17 out of / 59Ranking
17 out of / 19Ranking
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21 out of / 67Ranking
28 out of / 67Ranking
30 out of / 67Ranking
35 out of / 67Ranking
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46 out of / 67Ranking
54 out of / 67Lincoln Corsair Rankings
Ranking
1 out of / 29Ranking
3 out of / 27Ranking
5 out of / 59Ranking
6 out of / 68Ranking
6 out of / 29Ranking
12 out of / 29Ranking
15 out of / 29Ranking
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51 out of / 68Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
2020 Ford Escape Trim Levels
S, SE, SEL, Titanium
2020 Lincoln Corsair Trim Levels
Reserve, Standard
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
6 years / 70000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
5 out of 5 Stars
2025 NHTSA Overall Rating:
4 out of 5 Stars
2025 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
5 out of 5 Stars
2025 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
5 out of 5 Stars
2025 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
4 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
5 out of 5 Stars
2025 NHTSA Overall Rating:
4 out of 5 Stars
2025 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
5 out of 5 Stars
2025 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
5 out of 5 Stars
2025 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
4 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
181 hp @ 6000 rpm
Torque:
190 foot-lbs @ 3000 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.055 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
250 hp @ 5500 rpm
Torque:
275 foot-lbs @ 3000 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.068 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
Not yet available
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
1.5 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
3
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD / AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
27 / 33 / 30
Range (city/hwy):
397 / 485 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Regular Unleaded
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD / AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
22 / 29 / 25
Range (city/hwy):
356 / 470 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Regular Unleaded
Standard/Optional Features
Bench Seats:
Standard
Bluetooth:
Standard
Internet Radio:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Power outlet:
Standard
Voice Recognition:
Standard
Wifi:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Alloy wheels:
Available
Android Auto:
Available
Apple CarPlay:
Available
Automatic Parking:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Parking Sensors:
Available
Power Lift Gate:
Available
Roof Rack:
Available
Satellite radio:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Trailer Hitch:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Air Suspension:
N/A
Captain's seat:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Massage Seats:
N/A
Paddle Shifters:
N/A
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Quad Seats:
N/A
Roadside assistance:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Bench Seats:
Standard
Bluetooth:
Standard
Internet Radio:
N/A
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Power outlet:
Standard
Voice Recognition:
Standard
Wifi:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Alloy wheels:
Standard
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple CarPlay:
Standard
Automatic Parking:
Available
Heated Seats
Standard
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Available
Parking Sensors:
Standard
Power Lift Gate:
Standard
Roof Rack:
N/A
Satellite radio:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Trailer Hitch:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Air Suspension:
N/A
Captain's seat:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Massage Seats:
N/A
Paddle Shifters:
Available
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Quad Seats:
N/A
Roadside assistance:
Standard
Safety Features
Backup camera:
Standard
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Standard
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Standard
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Features
Backup camera:
Standard
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Standard
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Standard
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
Available
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
40 inches
Front Leg Room:
42.4 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
57.6 inches
Rear Head Room:
39.3 inches
Rear Leg Room:
40.7 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
56 inches
Cargo Space:
37.5 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
65.4 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
141.5 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
39.5 inches
Front Leg Room:
43.2 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
57.1 inches
Rear Head Room:
38.6 inches
Rear Leg Room:
38.6 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
56.3 inches
Cargo Space:
34 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
57.6 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
130.1 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3299 lbs
Width:
85.6 inches
Height:
66.1 inches
Length:
180.5 inches
Wheelbase:
106.7 inches
Ground Clearance:
7.3 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3691 lbs
Width:
83 inches
Height:
64.1 inches
Length:
180.6 inches
Wheelbase:
106.7 inches
Ground Clearance:
7.8 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
17.0 inches
Wheel Type:
steel
Tire Size:
225/65R17
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
18.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
225/60R18
Exterior Colors
Black
Agate Black
Blue
Blue / Velocity Blue
Gold
Desert Gold
Gray
Magnetic
Green
Dark Persian Green
Orange
Sedona Orange
Silver
Ingot Silver
White
Oxford White
Red
Not available
Exterior Colors
Black
Infinite Black
Blue
Artisan Blue
Gold
Not available
Gray
Iced Mocha / Magnetic Gray
Green
Not available
Orange
Not available
Silver
Ingot Silver
White
Ceramic Pearl / Pristine White
Red
Burgundy Velvet / Red Carpet
Interior Colors
Gray
Dark Earth Gray
Beige
Not available
Black
Not available
Interior Colors
Gray
Not available
Beige
Sandstone
Black
Ebony / Ebony/Medium Slate