2000 Ford Escort vs. 2002 Toyota MR2
To start off, 2002 Toyota MR2 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 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Toyota MR2 (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2000 Ford Escort. (128 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota MR2 should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Toyota MR2 weights approximately 486 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 Toyota MR2 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 Toyota MR2. 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) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Toyota MR2. (170 Nm). This means 2000 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Toyota MR2. 2000 Ford Escort has automatic transmission and 2002 Toyota MR2 has manual transmission. 2002 Toyota MR2 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 | 2002 Toyota MR2 | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Escort | MR2 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1983 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1124 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 72 L |
