2000 Chevrolet Express vs. 1994 Ford Escort
To start off, 2000 Chevrolet Express is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Ford Escort would be higher. At 4,292 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chevrolet Express (197 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1994 Ford Escort. (70 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1994 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1265 kg more than 1994 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Chevrolet Express 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 Express. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 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 Express (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Ford Escort. (114 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2000 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Ford Escort. 2000 Chevrolet Express has automatic transmission and 1994 Ford Escort has manual transmission. 1994 Ford Escort will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Chevrolet Express will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Chevrolet Express | 1994 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Express | Escort |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Van | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4292 cc | 1391 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2330 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1350 mm |
