1995 Ford Escort vs. 2007 Honda Element
To start off, 2007 Honda Element is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Ford Escort would be higher. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Element (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1995 Ford Escort. (113 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Element weights approximately 760 kg more than 1995 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Honda Element is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Ford Escort. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Honda Element 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, 2007 Honda Element (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Escort. (160 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Escort | 2007 Honda Element | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Escort | Element |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2354 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 166 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.6 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1790 mm |
