All Specifications as Tested

2002 Ford Escape 4x4 XLT MT and AT

Length (mm) 4400
Width (mm) 1825
Height (mm) 1700
Wheelbase (mm) 2620
Lay-Out Front-engine, front-wheel drive with part-time all-wheel drive mode; five-door / 5-seater SUV
Engine  2.0-liter DOHC 16-valve inline-4
Maximum Output (bhp / rpm) 130 / 5400
Maximum Torque (Nm / rpm) 183 / 4500
Curb Weight (kg.) 1300++
Transmission (as tested) 5-speed manual / 4-speed AT
Front Suspension McPherson Strut
Rear Suspension Independent Multi-Link
Front Brakes Vented Disc
Rear Brakes Drum
Wheels (f & r) Alloy 16 x 6.5 J
Tires (f & r) Goodyear Wrangler HP 215 / 70 HR 16
Safety Equipment Driver and passenger airbag; ABS (Anti-Lock Braking System); EBD (Electronic Brakeforce Distribution); part-time all-wheel drive
Exterior Equipment Front fog lamps; adjustable roof rack; rear wiper and washer system; side step board
Standard Equipment (as tested) Power steering, door locks, windows and mirrors; aircon; 2-DIN stereo with in-dash 6-disc CD changer with 4-speaker system; rear seat tray with integrated cup holders; rear luggage screen; rear cargo net; 60 / 40 split fold rear seats with center arm rest; 30-second window auto delay; 30-second headlamp auto off; 1-hour audio system auto delay / off; keyless entry with immobilizer
Price (as tested) P 1,270,000 (MT) / P 1,310,000 (AT)
Rivals Honda CR-V, Hyundai Santa Fe, Suzuki Grand Vitara, Toyota RAV4

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