2004 Ford Five Hundred vs. 1999 Ford Escort
To start off, 2004 Ford Five Hundred is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Ford Escort would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Ford Five Hundred is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Five Hundred (200 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1999 Ford Escort. (131 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Five Hundred should accelerate faster than 1999 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Five Hundred weights approximately 528 kg more than 1999 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 2004 Ford Five Hundred (266 Nm) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ford Escort. (178 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Five Hundred will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford Five Hundred | 1999 Ford Escort | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Five Hundred | Escort |
Year Released | 2004 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2967 cc | 1983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 131 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 266 Nm | 178 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 84.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 87.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1652 kg | 1124 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2510 mm |