1994 Donkervoort D8 vs. 2000 Ford Escape
To start off, 2000 Ford Escape is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Donkervoort D8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Donkervoort D8 would be higher. At 1,988 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Donkervoort D8 (138 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2000 Ford Escape. (128 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Donkervoort D8 should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Escape weights approximately 820 kg more than 1994 Donkervoort D8.
Because 2000 Ford Escape is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Donkervoort D8. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Ford Escape will offer significantly more control. 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, 1994 Donkervoort D8 (170 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Escape. (169 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1994 Donkervoort D8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Donkervoort D8 | 2000 Ford Escape | |
| Make | Donkervoort | Ford |
| Model | D8 | Escape |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1795 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 650 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2630 mm |
