2000 Ford Escort vs. 2000 Opel Corsa
To start off, both 2000 Ford Escort and 2000 Opel Corsa were released in the same year (2000). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Escort (128 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2000 Opel Corsa. (88 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 2000 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Escort weights approximately 69 kg more than 2000 Opel Corsa. 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, 2000 Ford Escort (175 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Opel Corsa. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Opel Corsa. 2000 Ford Escort has automatic transmission and 2000 Opel Corsa has manual transmission. 2000 Opel Corsa 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 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Escort | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1983 cc | 1389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 88 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.8 mm | 77.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1124 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 44 L |
