2005 Chevrolet Malibu vs. 2000 Ford Escape
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Malibu is newer by 5 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 3,490 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Malibu is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Malibu (200 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2000 Ford Escape. (128 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Malibu should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Malibu weights approximately 38 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 2005 Chevrolet Malibu. 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, 2005 Chevrolet Malibu (298 Nm) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Escape. (169 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Malibu will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Malibu | 2000 Ford Escape | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Malibu | Escape |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3490 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 84.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 88 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1508 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 59 L |
