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 2,352 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Element (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1995 Ford Escort. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Escort.

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, 2007 Honda Element (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Escort. (150 Nm @ 4000 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
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1796 cc 2352 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 114 HP 166 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 5800 RPM
Torque 150 Nm 218 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 80.6 mm 87 mm
Engine Stroke Size 88 mm 99 mm
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Length 4300 mm 4340 mm
Vehicle Width 1710 mm 1820 mm
Vehicle Height 1390 mm 1770 mm


 

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