2006 Ford Escape vs. 2000 GMC Savana
To start off, 2006 Ford Escape is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 GMC Savana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 GMC Savana would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 GMC Savana (197 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2006 Ford Escape. (153 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 GMC Savana weights approximately 1110 kg more than 2006 Ford Escape. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Ford Escape is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 GMC Savana. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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 GMC Savana (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Escape. (206 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2000 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Escape | 2000 GMC Savana | |
| Make | Ford | GMC |
| Model | Escape | Savana |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2000 |
| Body Type | SUV | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2262 cc | 4293 cc |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 15 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 2330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 6210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 2090 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 117 L |
