2005 Ford Escape vs. 2000 Volkswagen Microbus
To start off, 2005 Ford Escape is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Volkswagen Microbus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Volkswagen Microbus would be higher. At 2,552 cc (5 cylinders), 2000 Volkswagen Microbus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Volkswagen Microbus (134 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2005 Ford Escape. (124 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Volkswagen Microbus should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Volkswagen Microbus weights approximately 190 kg more than 2005 Ford Escape. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Ford Escape is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Volkswagen Microbus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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 Volkswagen Microbus (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Escape. (168 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2000 Volkswagen Microbus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Escape | 2000 Volkswagen Microbus | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | Escape | Microbus |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 2552 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2470 mm |
