2008 Ford Escape vs. 2000 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2008 Ford Escape is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 3,801 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Mustang (187 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2008 Ford Escape. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Escape weights approximately 323 kg more than 2000 Ford Mustang.
Because 2000 Ford Mustang 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 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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 Ford Mustang (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Escape. (168 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Escape | 2000 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Escape | Mustang |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2000 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2299 cc | 3801 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1392 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 45 L |
