1999 Ford Escort vs. 2000 Volkswagen New Beetle
To start off, 2000 Volkswagen New Beetle is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ford Escort (131 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2000 Volkswagen New Beetle. (100 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 2000 Volkswagen New Beetle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Volkswagen New Beetle weights approximately 81 kg more than 1999 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, 1999 Ford Escort (178 Nm) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Volkswagen New Beetle. (152 Nm). This means 1999 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Volkswagen New Beetle. 1999 Ford Escort has automatic transmission and 2000 Volkswagen New Beetle has manual transmission. 2000 Volkswagen New Beetle will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Ford Escort will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ford Escort | 2000 Volkswagen New Beetle | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | Escort | New Beetle |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1983 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.8 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.9 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1124 kg | 1205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2520 mm |
