2000 Ford Escort vs. 2000 Hyundai Satellite
To start off, both 2000 Ford Escort and 2000 Hyundai Satellite were released in the same year (2000). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,351 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Hyundai Satellite is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Escort (128 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2000 Hyundai Satellite. (109 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 2000 Hyundai Satellite. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Hyundai Satellite weights approximately 670 kg more than 2000 Ford Escort.
Because 2000 Hyundai Satellite is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2000 Hyundai Satellite. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Ford Escort, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2000 Hyundai Satellite (185 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Escort. (175 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2000 Hyundai Satellite will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Escort. 2000 Ford Escort has automatic transmission and 2000 Hyundai Satellite has manual transmission. 2000 Hyundai Satellite will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Ford Escort will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Ford Escort | 2000 Hyundai Satellite | |
Make | Ford | Hyundai |
Model | Escort | Satellite |
Year Released | 2000 | 2000 |
Body Type | Coupe | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1983 cc | 2351 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 128 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 185 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1124 kg | 1794 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3090 mm |