1995 Ford Escort vs. 2009 Honda Odyssey
To start off, 2009 Honda Odyssey is newer by 14 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 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Honda Odyssey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Odyssey (242 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1995 Ford Escort. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Escort weights approximately 13 kg more than 2009 Honda Odyssey.
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, 2009 Honda Odyssey (240 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Escort. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Odyssey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Escort. 2009 Honda Odyssey has automatic transmission and 1995 Ford Escort has manual transmission. 1995 Ford Escort will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Honda Odyssey will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Escort | 2009 Honda Odyssey | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Escort | Odyssey |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 3471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1142 kg | 1129 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 79 L |
