2001 Acura RL vs. 2000 Ford Escape
To start off, 2001 Acura RL is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ford Escape. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ford Escape would be higher. At 3,472 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Acura RL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Acura RL (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2000 Ford Escape. (200 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Acura RL should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Acura RL weights approximately 103 kg more than 2000 Ford Escape. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Ford Escape is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Acura RL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2001 Acura RL (304 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Escape. (272 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2001 Acura RL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Acura RL | 2000 Ford Escape | |
| Make | Acura | Ford |
| Model | RL | Escape |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3472 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 272 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1675 kg | 1572 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 61 L |
