1998 Ford Escort vs. 2000 Mazda Protege
To start off, 2000 Mazda Protege is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,839 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Mazda Protege is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford Escort (129 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2000 Mazda Protege. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 2000 Mazda Protege. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mazda Protege weights approximately 645 kg more than 1998 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ford Escort | 2000 Mazda Protege | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Escort | Protege |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1800 cc | 1839 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2680 mm |
