2000 Ford Escort vs. 2013 Chevrolet Malibu
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Malibu is newer by 13 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Chevrolet Malibu is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Malibu (180 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2000 Ford Escort. (128 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Malibu should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Malibu weights approximately 518 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, 2013 Chevrolet Malibu (244 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Escort. (175 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2013 Chevrolet Malibu will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Escort | 2013 Chevrolet Malibu | |
| Make | Ford | Chevrolet |
| Model | Escort | Malibu |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1983 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.8 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 98 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1124 kg | 1642 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4859 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1854 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1462 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2738 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 60 L |
