2000 Ford Escape vs. 2000 Isuzu VehiCross
To start off, both 2000 Ford Escape and 2000 Isuzu VehiCross were released in the same year (2000). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,165 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Isuzu VehiCross is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Isuzu VehiCross (212 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2000 Ford Escape. (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Isuzu VehiCross should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Isuzu VehiCross weights approximately 178 kg more than 2000 Ford Escape. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Isuzu VehiCross (284 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Escape. (272 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2000 Isuzu VehiCross will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Ford Escape | 2000 Isuzu VehiCross | |
Make | Ford | Isuzu |
Model | Escape | VehiCross |
Year Released | 2000 | 2000 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2967 cc | 3165 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 212 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 272 Nm | 284 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1572 kg | 1750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2340 mm |