1995 Honda Step Wagon vs. 2013 Ford Escape
To start off, 2013 Ford Escape is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Honda Step Wagon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Honda Step Wagon would be higher. At 1,973 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Honda Step Wagon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Escape (176 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1995 Honda Step Wagon. (123 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1995 Honda Step Wagon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Escape weights approximately 142 kg more than 1995 Honda Step Wagon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Honda Step Wagon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Ford Escape. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Honda Step Wagon 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, 2013 Ford Escape (321 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Honda Step Wagon. (185 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2013 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Honda Step Wagon.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Honda Step Wagon | 2013 Ford Escape | |
Make | Honda | Ford |
Model | Step Wagon | Escape |
Year Released | 1995 | 2013 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1973 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 176 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 185 Nm | 321 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 81 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1592 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4524 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2078 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1684 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2690 mm |