2000 Ford Escape vs. 2000 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, both 2000 Ford Escape and 2000 Nissan Bluebird were released in the same year (2000). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,988 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Escape weights approximately 300 kg more than 2000 Nissan Bluebird.
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. 2000 Nissan Bluebird has automatic transmission and 2000 Ford Escape has manual transmission. 2000 Ford Escape will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Nissan Bluebird will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Escape | 2000 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Escape | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 0 HP |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1450 mm |
