2000 Ford Escape vs. 2011 Ford F-150
To start off, 2011 Ford F-150 is newer by 11 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 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford F-150 (360 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 2000 Ford Escape. (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford F-150 weights approximately 807 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 2011 Ford F-150. 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, 2011 Ford F-150 (515 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 243 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Escape. (272 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2011 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Escape | 2011 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Escape | F-150 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 360 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 272 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1572 kg | 2379 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 5890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2012 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 98 L |
