Ford Escape Hybrid vs Toyota 4Runner

6 messages, Last post on Apr 14, 2009 at 9:57 AM

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#5 of 6 Re: Esape Hybrid and a 4runner [barrelracer18] by dempsey2 Feb 09, 2008 (6:34 pm)
Replying to: barrelracer18 (Nov 15, 2007 6:00 pm) I have a 2003 ford escape 4x4 XLT, i pull a 1 horse in line trailer! I have a 3500ilb hitch on it , the bigest one they make for it, I put a/t suv mud tires on it and a brake controler for the inside to help stop the trailer, read your guide that came with your suv it tell's you how much you can pull and go from there how ever a two horse i really dought it! Get a one horse! IT WILL WORK WITH BRAKES ON BOTH ENDS AS LONG AS YOU FALLOW YOU TOWING GUIDE.
#6 of 6 Re: Esape Hybrid and a 4runner [barrelracer18] by donnad2001 Apr 14, 2009 (9:57 am)
Replying to: barrelracer18 (Nov 15, 2007 6:00 pm) I have a 2008 Escape Hybrid, and the dealership specifically does not include a tow package on that car due to the transmission is different and not able to handle pulling any weight. I would suggest a truck or maybe a non hybrid SUV. I traded in a 2003 Escape XLT V6 4x4 with a sport package that could handle pulling 3500 lbs, if you are interested in a Escape. Avoid the hybrid if you are wanting to tow. That is my advice.