1995 Honda Accord vs. 2012 Ford Escape
To start off, 2012 Ford Escape is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford Escape (177 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1995 Honda Accord. (131 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1995 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Escape weights approximately 257 kg more than 1995 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2012 Ford Escape (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Honda Accord. (178 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2012 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Honda Accord | 2012 Ford Escape | |
| Make | Honda | Ford |
| Model | Accord | Escape |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1657 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4437 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1806 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2619 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 57 L |
