2000 Ford Escape vs. 2010 Dodge Challenger
To start off, 2010 Dodge Challenger is newer by 10 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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Dodge Challenger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Dodge Challenger (372 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 2000 Ford Escape. (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Challenger should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Dodge Challenger weights approximately 261 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.
Because 2000 Ford Escape is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Dodge Challenger. 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, 2010 Dodge Challenger (542 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Escape. (272 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2010 Dodge Challenger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Escape | 2010 Dodge Challenger | |
| Make | Ford | Dodge |
| Model | Escape | Challenger |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 372 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 272 Nm | 542 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1572 kg | 1833 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 5022 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1923 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2946 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 72 L |
