2021 Toyota Venza vs. 2021 Ford Escape
When comparing the 2021 Toyota Venza's and the 2021 Ford Escape's specifications and ratings, the 2021 Toyota Venza has the advantage in the areas of fuel efficiency, resale value and base engine power. The 2021 Ford Escape has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for used cars, and interior volume. Based on this comparison of the 2021 Toyota Venza's and the 2021 Ford Escape's specifications and ratings, the 2021 Toyota Venza is a better car than the 2021 Ford Escape.
2021 Toyota Venza vs. 2021 Ford Escape Pricing
A used 2021 Toyota Venza ranges from $29,826 to $41,986 while a used 2021 Ford Escape is priced between $20,031 to $29,999.
2021 Toyota Venza vs. 2021 Ford Escape Resale/Retained Value
Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the 2021 Toyota Venza loses 42.3 percent of its value and the 2021 Ford Escape loses 49.7 percent of its value. This means the 2021 Toyota Venza retains 7.3 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the 2021 Ford Escape.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the 2021 Toyota Venza’s base engine makes 219 horsepower, and the 2021 Ford Escape base engine makes 181 horsepower. The Venza is rated to deliver an average of 39 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 537 miles. The Escape is rated to deliver an average of 30 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 500 miles. This gives the 2021 Toyota Venza the fuel efficiency and maximum range advantage over the 2021 Ford Escape. Both models use regular unleaded.
Passenger Space Comparison
The 2021 Ford Escape, a crossover/compact SUV, has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front head room, front shoulder room, front leg room, rear head room, rear leg room, and cargo space. The 2021 Toyota Venza, a hybrid SUV, has the advantage in the area of rear shoulder room.
Safety Ratings Comparison
When comparing crash test ratings from NHTSA, both the 2021 Toyota Venza and the 2021 Ford Escape have the same average safety rating of 5 out of 5 Stars.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
29826 - 41986
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.423484
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
20031 - 29999
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.4967
Toyota Venza Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
8.4 / 10
Safety:
9.0 / 10
Ford Escape Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.271796 / 10
Reliability:
8.31539 / 10
Retained Value:
6.5 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
Toyota Venza Rankings
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1 out of / 11Ranking
3 out of / 12Ranking
6 out of / 27Ranking
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26 out of / 30Ranking
26 out of / 30Ford Escape Rankings
Ranking
1 out of / 5Ranking
4 out of / 19Ranking
5 out of / 22Ranking
5 out of / 19Ranking
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5 out of / 11Ranking
6 out of / 19Ranking
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53 out of / 66Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Drivetrain Options
Hybrid
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
2021 Toyota Venza Trim Levels
LE, Limited, XLE
2021 Ford Escape Trim Levels
S, SE, SEL, Titanium
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
2 years
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
5 years / 60000 miles
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
5 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
5 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
219 hp @ 5700 rpm
Torque:
Not yet available
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.057 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
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
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2.5 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT Automatic)
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
40 / 37 / 39
Range (city/hwy):
580 / 537 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Regular Unleaded
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):
28 / 34 / 30
Range (city/hwy):
412 / 500 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Regular Unleaded
Standard/Optional Features
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Standard
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Standard
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Standard/Optional Features
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Safety Equipment
Blind Spot 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
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Blind Spot 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
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Standard
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
38.6 inches
Front Leg Room:
40.9 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
57.4 inches
Rear Head Room:
39 inches
Rear Leg Room:
37.8 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
56.9 inches
Cargo Space:
28.8 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
55.1 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
127.1 cubic feet
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
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3847 lbs
Width:
73 inches
Height:
65.9 inches
Length:
186.6 inches
Wheelbase:
105.9 inches
Ground Clearance:
7.8 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3302 lbs
Width:
85.6 inches
Height:
66.1 inches
Length:
180.5 inches
Wheelbase:
106.7 inches
Ground Clearance:
7.3 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
18.0 x 7.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
P225/60R18
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
17.0 inches
Wheel Type:
steel
Tire Size:
225/65R17