2000 Ford Escort vs. 2012 Chrysler Town & Country

To start off, 2012 Chrysler Town & Country is newer by 12 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), 2012 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chrysler Town & Country (283 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 2000 Ford Escort. (128 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 986 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, 2012 Chrysler Town & Country (352 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Escort. (175 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2012 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Escort.

Compare all specifications:

2000 Ford Escort 2012 Chrysler Town & Country
Make Ford Chrysler
Model Escort Town & Country
Year Released 2000 2012
Body Type Coupe Minivan
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 283 HP
Engine RPM 5750 RPM 6400 RPM
Torque 175 Nm 352 Nm
Torque RPM 4250 RPM 4400 RPM
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Automatic 6-speed shiftable automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 7 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1124 kg 2110 kg
Vehicle Length 4460 mm 5151 mm
Vehicle Width 1720 mm 1999 mm
Vehicle Height 1330 mm 1725 mm
Wheelbase Size 2510 mm 3078 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 48 L 76 L


 

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