1996 Ford Escort vs. 2003 Honda Accord
To start off, 2003 Honda Accord is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Ford Escort would be higher. At 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Honda Accord (187 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1996 Ford Escort. (112 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1996 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Honda Accord weights approximately 326 kg more than 1996 Ford Escort. 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, 2003 Honda Accord (218 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Ford Escort. (173 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2003 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Ford Escort. 2003 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 1996 Ford Escort has manual transmission. 1996 Ford Escort will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Ford Escort | 2003 Honda Accord | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Escort | Accord |
Year Released | 1996 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1988 cc | 2360 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 112 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 173 Nm | 218 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1456 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 65 L |