2000 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2000 Ford Escort
To start off, both 2000 Chevrolet Camaro and 2000 Ford Escort were released in the same year (2000). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chevrolet Camaro (191 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2000 Ford Escort. (128 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 466 kg more than 2000 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Chevrolet Camaro is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2000 Chevrolet Camaro. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Ford Escort, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Chevrolet Camaro (305 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Escort. (175 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2000 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Escort. 2000 Ford Escort has automatic transmission and 2000 Chevrolet Camaro has manual transmission. 2000 Chevrolet Camaro will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Ford Escort will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Chevrolet Camaro | 2000 Ford Escort | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Camaro | Escort |
Year Released | 2000 | 2000 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 191 HP | 128 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1124 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2510 mm |