2002 Ford Escape vs. 2000 Westfield ZEI
To start off, 2002 Ford Escape is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Westfield ZEI. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Westfield ZEI would be higher. At 1,988 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Westfield ZEI (129 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2002 Ford Escape. (128 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Westfield ZEI should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ford Escape weights approximately 750 kg more than 2000 Westfield ZEI.
Because 2002 Ford Escape is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Westfield ZEI. 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, 2002 Ford Escape (168 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Westfield ZEI. (162 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2002 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Westfield ZEI.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ford Escape | 2000 Westfield ZEI | |
| Make | Ford | Westfield |
| Model | Escape | ZEI |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2000 |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2340 mm |
