2003 Ford Escape vs. 2000 GMC Sonoma
To start off, 2003 Ford Escape is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 GMC Sonoma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 GMC Sonoma would be higher. At 2,196 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 GMC Sonoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford Escape (128 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2000 GMC Sonoma. (118 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 2000 GMC Sonoma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Escape weights approximately 6 kg more than 2000 GMC Sonoma. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2000 GMC Sonoma (190 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ford Escape. (162 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2000 GMC Sonoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ford Escape | 2000 GMC Sonoma | |
| Make | Ford | GMC |
| Model | Escape | Sonoma |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2000 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 2196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3130 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 98 L |
