1992 Ford Escort vs. 2005 Honda Pilot
To start off, 2005 Honda Pilot is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Ford Escort would be higher. At 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Pilot (240 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1992 Ford Escort. (106 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 1992 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Pilot weights approximately 870 kg more than 1992 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Honda Pilot is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Ford Escort. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Honda Pilot 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, 2005 Honda Pilot (328 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Escort. (153 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Escort. 2005 Honda Pilot has automatic transmission and 1992 Ford Escort has manual transmission. 1992 Ford Escort will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Honda Pilot will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Ford Escort | 2005 Honda Pilot | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Escort | Pilot |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 3474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 328 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 2010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 77 L |
