2000 Ford Escort vs. 2006 Subaru Outback Sport
To start off, 2006 Subaru Outback Sport is newer by 6 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 2,458 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Subaru Outback Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Subaru Outback Sport (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2000 Ford Escort. (128 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Outback Sport should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Subaru Outback Sport weights approximately 382 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 2006 Subaru Outback Sport is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Ford Escort. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Outback Sport will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Subaru Outback Sport (225 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Escort. (175 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2006 Subaru Outback Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Ford Escort | 2006 Subaru Outback Sport | |
Make | Ford | Subaru |
Model | Escort | Outback Sport |
Year Released | 2000 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1983 cc | 2458 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 128 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1124 kg | 1506 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 60 L |