2006 Ford Escape vs. 2000 Holden Zafira
To start off, 2006 Ford Escape is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Holden Zafira. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Holden Zafira would be higher. At 2,998 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Escape (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2000 Holden Zafira. (145 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 2000 Holden Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Holden Zafira weights approximately 216 kg more than 2006 Ford Escape.
Because 2006 Ford Escape is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Holden Zafira. 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, 2006 Ford Escape (262 Nm @ 4850 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Holden Zafira. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Holden Zafira.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Escape | 2000 Holden Zafira | |
Make | Ford | Holden |
Model | Escape | Zafira |
Year Released | 2006 | 2000 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2998 cc | 2198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 262 Nm | 203 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4850 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1244 kg | 1460 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2700 mm |