2000 Ford Escape vs. 2008 Ford Focus
To start off, 2008 Ford Focus is newer by 8 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. Both 2000 Ford Escape and 2008 Ford Focus are equipped with a 1,988 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Focus (171 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2000 Ford Escape. (128 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Escape weights approximately 187 kg more than 2008 Ford Focus.
Because 2000 Ford Escape is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Ford Focus. 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, 2008 Ford Focus (196 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Escape. (169 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Ford Escape | 2008 Ford Focus | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Escape | Focus |
Year Released | 2000 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1988 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 128 HP | 171 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 169 Nm | 196 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.8 mm | 84.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1283 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 55 L |