2000 Ford Escape vs. 2012 Proton Gen-2
To start off, 2012 Proton Gen-2 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 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 92 more horse power than 2012 Proton Gen-2. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 2012 Proton Gen-2.
Let's talk about torque, 2000 Ford Escape (272 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Proton Gen-2. (148 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Proton Gen-2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Escape | 2012 Proton Gen-2 | |
| Make | Ford | Proton |
| Model | Escape | Gen-2 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 272 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2610 mm |
