2009 Ford Escape vs. 2000 Ford Taurus
To start off, 2009 Ford Escape is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ford Taurus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ford Taurus would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Escape (171 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2000 Ford Taurus. (154 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Taurus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Taurus weights approximately 511 kg more than 2009 Ford Escape.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Taurus (244 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Escape. (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Escape | 2000 Ford Taurus | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Escape | Taurus |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2000 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2488 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 232 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1477 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.4 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 68 L |
