NAVIGATION
Introduction
Sixth Place
Fourth Place (Tie)
Fourth Place (Tie)
Second Place (Tie)
Second Place (Tie)
First Place
Conclusion
Evaluation - Drive
Evaluation - Ride
Evaluation - Design
Evaluation - Space
Evaluation - Features
Evaluation - 4WD System
Top 10 Features
Dimensions
Engine & Transmission
Performance
Warranty Information
Consumer Commentary
Final Scores
Scoring Explanation

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Comparison Tests

2001 Mini SUV Comparison Test
Performance
By Neil Dunlop
Date Posted 10-09-2001

Performance
  Ford Escape Hyundai Santa Fe Jeep Liberty
Zero-to-60-mph acceleration, sec. 9.3 10.6 10.2
Quarter-mile acceleration, sec. 16.9 17.9 17.5
Quarter-mile speed, mph 82.0 78.1 80.3
60-to-0-mph braking, feet 131 122 133
600-ft slalom, mph 60.3 59.2 57.8

  Nissan Xterra Suzuki XL-7 Toyota RAV4
Zero-to-60-mph acceleration, sec. 9.9 10.6 11.1
Quarter-mile acceleration, sec. 17.5 17.9 18.2
Quarter-mile speed, mph 76.6 75.7 74.7
60-to-0-mph braking, feet 123 137 124
600-ft slalom, mph 59.2 59.7 60.7