2000 Ford Artic vs. 2000 Chevrolet Cavalier
To start off, both 2000 Ford Artic and 2000 Chevrolet Cavalier were released in the same year (2000). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,998 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Ford Artic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Artic (128 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2000 Chevrolet Cavalier. (120 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Artic should accelerate faster than 2000 Chevrolet Cavalier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Artic weights approximately 111 kg more than 2000 Chevrolet Cavalier. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Ford Artic 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 Ford Artic. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Cavalier, 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 Ford Artic (325 Nm) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Chevrolet Cavalier. (176 Nm). This means 2000 Ford Artic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Chevrolet Cavalier.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Artic | 2000 Chevrolet Cavalier | |
| Make | Ford | Chevrolet |
| Model | Artic | Cavalier |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3998 cc | 2190 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 1187 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5240 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 57 L |
