2000 Ford Cougar 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 Ford Cougar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ford Cougar would be higher. Both 2000 Ford Cougar and 2005 Ford Escape are equipped with a 1,988 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Cougar (129 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2005 Ford Escape. (124 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Cougar should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Escape weights approximately 140 kg more than 2000 Ford Cougar.
Because 2005 Ford Escape is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Ford Cougar. 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 Ford Cougar (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Escape. (168 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Ford Cougar | 2005 Ford Escape | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Cougar | Escape |
Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1988 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 124 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 168 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.9 mm | 84.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87.9 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2580 mm |