2006 Ford Escape vs. 2000 TVR Speed 12
To start off, 2006 Ford Escape is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 TVR Speed 12. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 TVR Speed 12 would be higher. At 7,730 cc (12 cylinders), 2000 TVR Speed 12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 TVR Speed 12 (790 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 637 more horse power than 2006 Ford Escape. (153 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 TVR Speed 12 should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Escape weights approximately 1856 kg more than 2000 TVR Speed 12.
Because 2000 TVR Speed 12 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2000 TVR Speed 12. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford Escape, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 TVR Speed 12 (881 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 675 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Escape. (206 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2000 TVR Speed 12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Escape | 2000 TVR Speed 12 | |
Make | Ford | TVR |
Model | Escape | Speed 12 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2000 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2262 cc | 7730 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 790 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7750 RPM |
Torque | 206 Nm | 881 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2856 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1110 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 13 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 57 L |