2000 Ford Equator vs. 1999 Pontiac Salsa
To start off, 2000 Ford Equator is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Pontiac Salsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Pontiac Salsa would be higher. At 1,787 cc, 2000 Ford Equator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Pontiac Salsa (153 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2000 Ford Equator. (128 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Pontiac Salsa should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Equator. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Equator weights approximately 8 kg more than 1999 Pontiac Salsa.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Pontiac Salsa (203 Nm) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Equator. (160 Nm). This means 1999 Pontiac Salsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Equator. 2000 Ford Equator has automatic transmission and 1999 Pontiac Salsa has manual transmission. 1999 Pontiac Salsa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Ford Equator will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Equator | 1999 Pontiac Salsa | |
| Make | Ford | Pontiac |
| Model | Equator | Salsa |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1787 cc | 1499 cc |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1208 kg | 1200 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3260 mm | 2750 mm |
