2000 Ford Escape vs. 2012 Dacia Sandero
To start off, 2012 Dacia Sandero is newer by 12 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 42 more horse power than 2012 Dacia Sandero. (86 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 2012 Dacia Sandero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Escape weights approximately 359 kg more than 2012 Dacia Sandero. 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 2012 Dacia Sandero. 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 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Dacia Sandero. (127 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Dacia Sandero.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Escape | 2012 Dacia Sandero | |
| Make | Ford | Dacia |
| Model | Escape | Sandero |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.8 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1111 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 50 L |
