2000 Volkswagen Beetle vs. 2011 Ford Escape
To start off, 2011 Ford Escape is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Volkswagen Beetle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Volkswagen Beetle would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Escape (171 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2000 Volkswagen Beetle. (148 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 2000 Volkswagen Beetle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Escape weights approximately 205 kg more than 2000 Volkswagen Beetle. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Volkswagen Beetle is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Ford Escape. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Volkswagen Beetle 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 Volkswagen Beetle (305 Nm) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford Escape. (232 Nm). This means 2000 Volkswagen Beetle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford Escape. 2011 Ford Escape has automatic transmission and 2000 Volkswagen Beetle has manual transmission. 2000 Volkswagen Beetle will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Ford Escape will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Volkswagen Beetle | 2011 Ford Escape | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Ford |
| Model | Beetle | Escape |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2299 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1293 kg | 1498 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4437 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1806 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1725 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2619 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 66 L |
