1992 Ford Escort vs. 2000 Ford Escape
To start off, 2000 Ford Escape is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,988 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Ford Escort (129 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2000 Ford Escape. (128 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Escape weights approximately 315 kg more than 1992 Ford Escort.
Let's talk about torque, 2000 Ford Escape (169 Nm) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Escort. (162 Nm). This means 2000 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Ford Escort | 2000 Ford Escape | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Escort | Escape |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.6 mm | 84.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1155 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1760 mm |
