2004 Ford Escape vs. 2000 Holden Commodore
To start off, 2004 Ford Escape is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Holden Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Holden Commodore would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Holden Commodore (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2004 Ford Escape. (128 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Holden Commodore should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Holden Commodore weights approximately 152 kg more than 2004 Ford Escape. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Ford Escape is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Holden Commodore. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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 Holden Commodore (304 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Escape. (162 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2000 Holden Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Escape | 2000 Holden Commodore | |
| Make | Ford | Holden |
| Model | Escape | Commodore |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2000 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1987 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1458 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 5050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2950 mm |
