2009 Ford Escape vs. 2000 Mazda 626
To start off, 2009 Ford Escape is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Mazda 626. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Mazda 626 would be higher. At 2,976 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Escape (172 HP @ 6550 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2000 Mazda 626. (100 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 2000 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mazda 626 weights approximately 364 kg more than 2009 Ford Escape.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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 Mazda 626 (392 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Escape. (302 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2000 Mazda 626 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Escape. 2009 Ford Escape has automatic transmission and 2000 Mazda 626 has manual transmission. 2000 Mazda 626 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Ford Escape will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Escape | 2000 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Escape | 626 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2000 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2976 cc | 2496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6550 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 302 Nm | 392 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 84.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 74 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1022 kg | 1386 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 58 L |
