2000 Ford Falcon vs. 2002 Ford Escape
To start off, 2002 Ford Escape is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 3,984 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Falcon (220 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 2002 Ford Escape. (128 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Falcon weights approximately 48 kg more than 2002 Ford Escape. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Ford Escape is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Ford Falcon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Ford Escape will offer significantly more control. 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, 2000 Ford Falcon (357 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford Escape. (168 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Falcon | 2002 Ford Escape | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Falcon | Escape |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3984 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 357 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1518 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 59 L |
