1999 Daihatsu SP-4 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 Daihatsu SP-4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Daihatsu SP-4 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 138 more horse power than 1999 Daihatsu SP-4. (62 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1999 Daihatsu SP-4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Escape weights approximately 602 kg more than 1999 Daihatsu SP-4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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 Ford Escape (272 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Daihatsu SP-4. (107 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Daihatsu SP-4.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Daihatsu SP-4 | 2000 Ford Escape | |
Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
Model | SP-4 | Escape |
Year Released | 1999 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 659 cc | 2967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 107 Nm | 272 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1572 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2630 mm |