1997 Ford Escort vs. 2000 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2000 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,391 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ford Escort (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2000 Volkswagen Golf. (73 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 2000 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 80 kg more than 1997 Ford Escort.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Volkswagen Golf (126 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Ford Escort. (114 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2000 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Ford Escort | 2000 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
Model | Escort | Golf |
Year Released | 1997 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1391 cc | 1390 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 73 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 114 Nm | 126 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1160 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1480 mm |