2000 Ford Escape vs. 2010 Jeep Liberty
To start off, 2010 Jeep Liberty 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Jeep Liberty is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Jeep Liberty (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 2000 Ford Escape. (128 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Jeep Liberty should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Jeep Liberty weights approximately 338 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 Jeep Liberty. 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 Jeep Liberty (318 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Escape. (169 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Jeep Liberty will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Escape. 2010 Jeep Liberty has automatic transmission and 2000 Ford Escape has manual transmission. 2000 Ford Escape will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Jeep Liberty will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Escape | 2010 Jeep Liberty | |
| Make | Ford | Jeep |
| Model | Escape | Liberty |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 318 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1808 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4493 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1839 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2695 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 74 L |
