2000 Ford Escort vs. 1994 Dodge Intrepid
To start off, 2000 Ford Escort is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Dodge Intrepid. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Dodge Intrepid would be higher. At 3,518 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Dodge Intrepid is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Dodge Intrepid (214 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2000 Ford Escort. (128 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Dodge Intrepid should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Dodge Intrepid weights approximately 381 kg more than 2000 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1994 Dodge Intrepid (339 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Escort. (175 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1994 Dodge Intrepid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Escort | 1994 Dodge Intrepid | |
| Make | Ford | Dodge |
| Model | Escort | Intrepid |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1983 cc | 3518 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 214 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.8 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1124 kg | 1505 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 5123 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 68 L |
