1999 Chevrolet Malibu vs. 2000 Ford Escape
To start off, 2000 Ford Escape is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Chevrolet Malibu. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Chevrolet Malibu would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Escape (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1999 Chevrolet Malibu. (150 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1999 Chevrolet Malibu. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Escape weights approximately 186 kg more than 1999 Chevrolet Malibu. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Ford Escape is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Chevrolet Malibu. 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, 2000 Ford Escape (272 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Chevrolet Malibu. (210 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Chevrolet Malibu.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Chevrolet Malibu | 2000 Ford Escape | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Malibu | Escape |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2392 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 272 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.9 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1386 kg | 1572 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 61 L |
