2000 Ford Escape vs. 2005 Ford Taurus
To start off, 2005 Ford Taurus is newer by 5 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 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Taurus (153 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2000 Ford Escape. (128 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Escape weights approximately 172 kg more than 2005 Ford Taurus.
Because 2000 Ford Escape is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Ford Taurus. 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, 2005 Ford Taurus (266 Nm) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Escape. (169 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Escape | 2005 Ford Taurus | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Escape | Taurus |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 2966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 266 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.8 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 79 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1298 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 68 L |
