2000 Ford Escort vs. 2007 Saturn Outlook
To start off, 2007 Saturn Outlook is newer by 7 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Saturn Outlook is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Saturn Outlook (276 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 2000 Ford Escort. (128 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Saturn Outlook should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Escort.
Because 2007 Saturn Outlook 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, 2007 Saturn Outlook 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, 2007 Saturn Outlook (340 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Escort. (175 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2007 Saturn Outlook will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Escort | 2007 Saturn Outlook | |
| Make | Ford | Saturn |
| Model | Escort | Outlook |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1983 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 83 L |
