1999 Ford Escort vs. 2001 Volkswagen W12
To start off, 2001 Volkswagen W12 is newer by 2 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 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2001 Volkswagen W12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Volkswagen W12 (590 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 461 more horse power than 1999 Ford Escort. (129 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Volkswagen W12 should accelerate faster than 1999 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Volkswagen W12 weights approximately 54 kg more than 1999 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ford Escort | 2001 Volkswagen W12 | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | Escort | W12 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1800 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 590 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1146 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2520 mm |
