1995 Honda Argento Viva vs. 2011 Ford Escape
To start off, 2011 Ford Escape is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Honda Argento Viva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Honda Argento Viva would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Honda Argento Viva (188 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2011 Ford Escape. (177 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Honda Argento Viva should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Escape weights approximately 424 kg more than 1995 Honda Argento Viva.
Because 1995 Honda Argento Viva is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1995 Honda Argento Viva. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Ford Escape, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1995 Honda Argento Viva (237 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford Escape. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1995 Honda Argento Viva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Honda Argento Viva | 2011 Ford Escape | |
| Make | Honda | Ford |
| Model | Argento Viva | Escape |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2451 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 188 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1664 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4437 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1806 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2619 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 57 L |
