2008 Ford Focus vs. 2000 Ford Escape
To start off, 2008 Ford Focus 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 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Escape (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2008 Ford Focus. (114 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Escape weights approximately 210 kg more than 2008 Ford Focus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Ford Escape is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Ford Focus. 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, 2000 Ford Escape (272 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Focus. (250 Nm @ 1850 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Focus. 2000 Ford Escape has automatic transmission and 2008 Ford Focus has manual transmission. 2008 Ford Focus will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Ford Escape will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Ford Focus | 2000 Ford Escape | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Focus | Escape |
Year Released | 2008 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1753 cc | 2967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 272 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1850 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 79.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1362 kg | 1572 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 61 L |