2000 Ford Escape vs. 2010 Tata Nano
To start off, 2010 Tata Nano 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 1,988 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Escape (128 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 2010 Tata Nano. (35 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 2010 Tata Nano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Escape weights approximately 870 kg more than 2010 Tata Nano. 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 Tata Nano. 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, 2000 Ford Escape (169 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Tata Nano. (48 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Tata Nano.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Escape | 2010 Tata Nano | |
| Make | Ford | Tata |
| Model | Escape | Nano |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 624 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 48 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.8 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3099 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1495 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1652 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2230 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 37 L |
