1993 Ford Escort vs. 2000 GMC Savana
To start off, 2000 GMC Savana is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Ford Escort would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 GMC Savana (197 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1993 Ford Escort. (87 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 1993 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 GMC Savana weights approximately 1235 kg more than 1993 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 GMC Savana is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2000 GMC Savana. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Ford Escort, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2000 GMC Savana (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Ford Escort. (146 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2000 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Ford Escort | 2000 GMC Savana | |
| Make | Ford | GMC |
| Model | Escort | Savana |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1859 cc | 4293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 15 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 2330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 6210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 2090 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3440 mm |
