If you want to run a lower profile tire, that's about the only reason. There'll be a difference in steering and handling due to the weight difference... it might even be preferable for you. You also MIGHT get better cornering out of the 18 inch wheel.
The 2014 Ford Escape has front wheel drive.
The 2014 Ford Escape has a 8 ft. 9.9 in. (105.9 in.) wheel base.
The 2014 Ford Escape has 16 valves.
Escape from Hell - 2014 was released on: USA: 6 February 2014 (internet)
Escape Genesis - 2014 was released on: USA: 14 February 2014 (internet)
The 2014 Ford Escape has an inline 4 engine.
The 2014 Ford Escape is a gas-powered vehicle.
The 2014 Ford Escape has double overhead cam (DOHC).
The 2014 Ford Escape is 14 ft. 10.1 in. (178.1 in.) long.
The 2014 Ford Escape is 14 ft. 10.1 in. (178.1 in.) long.
The curb weight of the 2014 Ford Escape is 3598 lbs..
The 2014 Ford Escape has a 6-speed shiftable automatic.