2000 Chrysler Sebring vs. 2005 Ford Escape
To start off, 2005 Ford Escape is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Chrysler Sebring. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Chrysler Sebring would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Chrysler Sebring is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chrysler Sebring (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2005 Ford Escape. (124 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chrysler Sebring should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Escape weights approximately 160 kg more than 2000 Chrysler Sebring.
Because 2005 Ford Escape is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Chrysler Sebring. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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 Chrysler Sebring (176 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Escape. (168 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2000 Chrysler Sebring will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Chrysler Sebring | 2005 Ford Escape | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ford |
| Model | Sebring | Escape |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 84.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1790 mm |
