2000 Ford Escape vs. 2011 Jeep Patriot
To start off, 2011 Jeep Patriot 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 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Escape (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2011 Jeep Patriot. (172 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 2011 Jeep Patriot. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Escape weights approximately 121 kg more than 2011 Jeep Patriot. 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 Jeep Patriot. 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 (272 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Jeep Patriot. (223 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Jeep Patriot. 2000 Ford Escape has automatic transmission and 2011 Jeep Patriot has manual transmission. 2011 Jeep Patriot will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Ford Escape will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Escape | 2011 Jeep Patriot | |
| Make | Ford | Jeep |
| Model | Escape | Patriot |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 272 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1572 kg | 1451 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4415 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1758 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1697 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2634 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 51 L |
