2000 Ford Escort vs. 1997 Ford Maverick
To start off, 2000 Ford Escort is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Ford Maverick. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Ford Maverick would be higher. At 2,388 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Ford Maverick is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Escort (128 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1997 Ford Maverick. (116 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1997 Ford Maverick.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Ford Maverick (197 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Escort. (175 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1997 Ford Maverick will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Escort | 1997 Ford Maverick | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Escort | Maverick |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1983 cc | 2388 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1860 mm |
