2000 Ford Escort vs. 2009 Hyundai Tucson
To start off, 2009 Hyundai Tucson is newer by 9 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 2,648 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Hyundai Tucson is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hyundai Tucson (174 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2000 Ford Escort. (128 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai Tucson should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Escort weights approximately 14 kg more than 2009 Hyundai Tucson.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2009 Hyundai Tucson (241 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Escort. (175 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2009 Hyundai Tucson will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Ford Escort | 2009 Hyundai Tucson | |
Make | Ford | Hyundai |
Model | Escort | Tucson |
Year Released | 2000 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1983 cc | 2648 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 128 HP | 174 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 241 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1124 kg | 1110 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 65 L |