1996 Ford Escort vs. 2006 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2006 Honda CR-V is newer by 10 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 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda CR-V (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1996 Ford Escort. (131 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1996 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda CR-V weights approximately 838 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.
Because 2006 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Ford Escort. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Honda CR-V 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, 2006 Honda CR-V (190 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Ford Escort. (172 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2006 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Ford Escort | 2006 Honda CR-V | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Escort | CR-V |
Year Released | 1996 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1988 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 131 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 172 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.8 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.8:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1152 kg | 1990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 58 L |