2000 Ford Escort vs. 1996 Subaru SVX
To start off, 2000 Ford Escort is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Subaru SVX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Subaru SVX would be higher. At 3,318 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Subaru SVX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Subaru SVX (217 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2000 Ford Escort. (128 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Subaru SVX should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Subaru SVX weights approximately 496 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.
Because 1996 Subaru SVX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Ford Escort. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Subaru SVX 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, 1996 Subaru SVX (301 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Escort. (175 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1996 Subaru SVX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Ford Escort | 1996 Subaru SVX | |
Make | Ford | Subaru |
Model | Escort | SVX |
Year Released | 2000 | 1996 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1983 cc | 3318 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 128 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 301 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.8 mm | 96.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 75 mm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1124 kg | 1620 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1310 mm |