2000 Ford Escape vs. 1997 Rover 400
To start off, 2000 Ford Escape is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Rover 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Rover 400 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 90 more horse power than 1997 Rover 400. (110 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1997 Rover 400.
Because 2000 Ford Escape is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Rover 400. 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 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Rover 400. (145 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Rover 400. 2000 Ford Escape has automatic transmission and 1997 Rover 400 has manual transmission. 1997 Rover 400 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 | 1997 Rover 400 | |
| Make | Ford | Rover |
| Model | Escape | 400 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 1589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 272 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2560 mm |
