2006 Ford Escape vs. 2000 Pontiac Grand Prix
To start off, 2006 Ford Escape is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Pontiac Grand Prix. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Pontiac Grand Prix would be higher. At 5,699 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Pontiac Grand Prix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Pontiac Grand Prix (350 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 2006 Ford Escape. (155 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Pontiac Grand Prix should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Escape weights approximately 368 kg more than 2000 Pontiac Grand Prix.
Because 2006 Ford Escape is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Pontiac Grand Prix. 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 Pontiac Grand Prix (203 Nm) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Escape. (168 Nm). This means 2000 Pontiac Grand Prix will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Escape | 2000 Pontiac Grand Prix | |
| Make | Ford | Pontiac |
| Model | Escape | Grand Prix |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2261 cc | 5699 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1347 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2820 mm |
