2000 Ford Escape vs. 2011 Toyota Prius
To start off, 2011 Toyota Prius 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 1,988 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota Prius (134 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2000 Ford Escape. (128 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Prius should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Escape weights approximately 90 kg more than 2011 Toyota Prius.
Because 2000 Ford Escape is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Toyota Prius. 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 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Toyota Prius. (142 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Toyota Prius.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Ford Escape | 2011 Toyota Prius | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Escape | Prius |
Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1988 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 128 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 169 Nm | 142 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1745 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1491 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 45 L |