2000 Ford Escape vs. 2000 Acura EL
To start off, both 2000 Ford Escape and 2000 Acura EL were released in the same year (2000). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 73 more horse power than 2000 Acura EL. (127 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 2000 Acura EL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Escape weights approximately 493 kg more than 2000 Acura EL. 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 2000 Acura EL. 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 2000 Acura EL. (145 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Acura EL. 2000 Ford Escape has automatic transmission and 2000 Acura EL has manual transmission. 2000 Acura EL 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 | 2000 Acura EL | |
Make | Ford | Acura |
Model | Escape | EL |
Year Released | 2000 | 2000 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2967 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 127 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 272 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1572 kg | 1079 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4478 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1704 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1394 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2619 mm |