2008 Chevrolet Impala vs. 2000 Ford Escape
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Impala is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ford Escape. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ford Escape would be higher. At 5,670 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Impala is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Impala (303 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 2000 Ford Escape. (128 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Impala should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Escape.
Because 2000 Ford Escape is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Chevrolet Impala. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2008 Chevrolet Impala (438 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 269 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Escape. (169 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Impala will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Escape. 2008 Chevrolet Impala has automatic transmission and 2000 Ford Escape has manual transmission. 2000 Ford Escape will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Chevrolet Impala will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Impala | 2000 Ford Escape | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Impala | Escape |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5670 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 303 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 438 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 59 L |
