2000 Ford Escort vs. 2010 Hyundai i20
To start off, 2010 Hyundai i20 is newer by 10 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, 2000 Ford Escort (128 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2010 Hyundai i20. (99 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 2010 Hyundai i20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Hyundai i20 weights approximately 102 kg more than 2000 Ford Escort.
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, 2010 Hyundai i20 (220 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Escort. (175 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2010 Hyundai i20 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Escort. 2000 Ford Escort has automatic transmission and 2010 Hyundai i20 has manual transmission. 2010 Hyundai i20 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 | 2010 Hyundai i20 | |
Make | Ford | Hyundai |
Model | Escort | i20 |
Year Released | 2000 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1983 cc | 1396 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 128 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.8 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 17:01 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1124 kg | 1226 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 3940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2525 mm |