2000 Ford Escape vs. 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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. At 2,736 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara (181 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2000 Ford Escape. (128 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara weights approximately 220 kg more than 2000 Ford Escape. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Suzuki Grand Vitara (231 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Escape. (169 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Ford Escape | 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
Make | Ford | Suzuki |
Model | Escape | Grand Vitara |
Year Released | 2000 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1988 cc | 2736 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 128 HP | 181 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 169 Nm | 231 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1690 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 66 L |