2000 Ford Escape vs. 2002 Proton Juara
To start off, 2002 Proton Juara is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ford Escape. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ford Escape 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 130 more horse power than 2002 Proton Juara. (70 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 2002 Proton Juara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Escape weights approximately 567 kg more than 2002 Proton Juara. 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 2002 Proton Juara. 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 178 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Proton Juara. (94 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Proton Juara. 2000 Ford Escape has automatic transmission and 2002 Proton Juara has manual transmission. 2002 Proton Juara 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 | 2002 Proton Juara | |
| Make | Ford | Proton |
| Model | Escape | Juara |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2002 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 1094 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 272 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1572 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2400 mm |
