2000 Ford Escort vs. 2000 Renault P55
To start off, both 2000 Ford Escort and 2000 Renault P55 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 20 more horse power than 2000 Renault P55. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 2000 Renault P55. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Renault P55 weights approximately 646 kg more than 2000 Ford Escort.
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 Renault P55 (260 Nm) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Escort. (175 Nm). This means 2000 Renault P55 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Escort | 2000 Renault P55 | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Escort | P55 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1983 cc | 900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1124 kg | 1770 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 80 L |
