2000 Ford Escape vs. 2013 Chevrolet Camaro

To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 13 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Camaro (319 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 2000 Ford Escape. (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 138 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 2013 Chevrolet Camaro. 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, 2013 Chevrolet Camaro (377 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Escape. (272 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2013 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Escape.

Compare all specifications:

2000 Ford Escape 2013 Chevrolet Camaro
Make Ford Chevrolet
Model Escape Camaro
Year Released 2000 2013
Body Type SUV Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2967 cc 3600 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 200 HP 319 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 6800 RPM
Torque 272 Nm 377 Nm
Torque RPM 4750 RPM 4800 RPM
Engine Bore Size 89 mm 94 mm
Engine Stroke Size 79.5 mm 86 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Transmission Type Automatic 6-speed automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1572 kg 1710 kg
Vehicle Length 4400 mm 4836 mm
Vehicle Width 1790 mm 1918 mm
Vehicle Height 1730 mm 1377 mm
Wheelbase Size 2630 mm 2852 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 61 L 72 L