2000 Ford Escort vs. 2001 Toyota Condor
To start off, 2001 Toyota Condor is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ford Escort would be higher. 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 2001 Toyota Condor. (88 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Condor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Condor weights approximately 236 kg more than 2000 Ford Escort.
Because 2001 Toyota Condor 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 2001 Toyota Condor. 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 Ford Escort (175 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Condor. (135 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Condor. 2000 Ford Escort has automatic transmission and 2001 Toyota Condor has manual transmission. 2001 Toyota Condor 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 | 2001 Toyota Condor | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Escort | Condor |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1983 cc | 1812 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 88 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.8 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1124 kg | 1360 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 70 L |
