2000 Ford Escort vs. 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan is newer by 11 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2000 Ford Escort. (128 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan weights approximately 433 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.
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, 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan (280 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Escort. (175 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Ford Escort | 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan | |
Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
Model | Escort | Tiguan |
Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1983 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 128 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1700 RPM |
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 | 1557 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4427 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1808 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1684 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2604 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 64 L |