2000 AC Aceca vs. 2006 Ford Escape
To start off, 2006 Ford Escape is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 AC Aceca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 AC Aceca would be higher. At 3,504 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 AC Aceca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 AC Aceca (346 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 2006 Ford Escape. (200 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Escape weights approximately 105 kg more than 2000 AC Aceca.
Because 2006 Ford Escape is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 AC Aceca. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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 AC Aceca (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Escape. (262 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 2000 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 AC Aceca | 2006 Ford Escape | |
| Make | AC | Ford |
| Model | Aceca | Escape |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3504 cc | 2998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 346 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 262 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4850 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 80 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 62 L |
