2000 Ford Escape vs. 2004 Vauxhall Signum
To start off, 2004 Vauxhall Signum is newer by 4 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 80 more horse power than 2004 Vauxhall Signum. (120 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 2004 Vauxhall Signum. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Escape weights approximately 174 kg more than 2004 Vauxhall Signum. 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 2004 Vauxhall Signum. 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 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Vauxhall Signum. (167 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Vauxhall Signum.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Ford Escape | 2004 Vauxhall Signum | |
Make | Ford | Vauxhall |
Model | Escape | Signum |
Year Released | 2000 | 2004 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2967 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 272 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1572 kg | 1398 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2840 mm |