2000 Ford Escort vs. 2002 Hyundai Equus
To start off, 2002 Hyundai Equus is newer by 2 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 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Hyundai Equus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Hyundai Equus (220 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 2000 Ford Escort. (128 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Hyundai Equus should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Hyundai Equus weights approximately 866 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.
Because 2002 Hyundai Equus 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 2002 Hyundai Equus. 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, 2002 Hyundai Equus (380 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Escort. (175 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2002 Hyundai Equus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Escort | 2002 Hyundai Equus | |
| Make | Ford | Hyundai |
| Model | Escort | Equus |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1983 cc | 3497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1124 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 5340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3090 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 80 L |
