2000 Ford Escape vs. 2005 Saleen S7
To start off, 2005 Saleen S7 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 7,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Saleen S7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Saleen S7 (750 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 622 more horse power than 2000 Ford Escape. (128 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Saleen S7 should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Escape weights approximately 223 kg more than 2005 Saleen S7.
Because 2000 Ford Escape is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Saleen S7. 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 Saleen S7 (949 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 780 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Escape. (169 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Saleen S7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Escape | 2005 Saleen S7 | |
| Make | Ford | Saleen |
| Model | Escape | S7 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 7000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 750 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 949 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1247 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4755 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1981 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1041 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2692 mm |
