2000 Chevrolet S-10 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 Chevrolet S-10. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Chevrolet S-10 would be higher. At 2,261 cc, 2006 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Escape (153 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2000 Chevrolet S-10. (119 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 2000 Chevrolet S-10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Escape weights approximately 245 kg more than 2000 Chevrolet S-10. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2006 Ford Escape (206 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Chevrolet S-10. (190 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Chevrolet S-10.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Chevrolet S-10 | 2006 Ford Escape | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | S-10 | Escape |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2196 cc | 2261 cc |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2630 mm |
