2000 Ford Escort vs. 2000 Pontiac Piranha
To start off, both 2000 Ford Escort and 2000 Pontiac Piranha were released in the same year (2000). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Pontiac Piranha is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Pontiac Piranha (212 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 2000 Ford Escort. (128 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Pontiac Piranha should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Pontiac Piranha weights approximately 416 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, 2000 Pontiac Piranha (203 Nm) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Escort. (175 Nm). This means 2000 Pontiac Piranha will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Ford Escort | 2000 Pontiac Piranha | |
Make | Ford | Pontiac |
Model | Escort | Piranha |
Year Released | 2000 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1983 cc | 2199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 128 HP | 212 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 203 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1124 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2670 mm |