2000 Ford Escape vs. 1996 Volkswagen Parati
To start off, 2000 Ford Escape is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Volkswagen Parati. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Volkswagen Parati would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Escape (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1996 Volkswagen Parati. (91 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1996 Volkswagen Parati. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Escape weights approximately 597 kg more than 1996 Volkswagen Parati. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Ford Escape is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Volkswagen Parati. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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 Escape (272 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Volkswagen Parati. (148 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Volkswagen Parati. 2000 Ford Escape has automatic transmission and 1996 Volkswagen Parati has manual transmission. 1996 Volkswagen Parati will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Ford Escape will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Escape | 1996 Volkswagen Parati | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | Escape | Parati |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 1779 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 272 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1572 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2480 mm |
