2000 Fiat Coupe 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 Fiat Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Fiat Coupe 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 24 more horse power than 2000 Fiat Coupe. (129 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 2000 Fiat Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Escape weights approximately 535 kg more than 2000 Fiat Coupe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Ford Escape is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Fiat Coupe. 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, 2006 Ford Escape (206 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Fiat Coupe. (164 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Fiat Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Fiat Coupe | 2006 Ford Escape | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Coupe | Escape |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1746 cc | 2261 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 164 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 104 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 62 L |
