1996 Ford Escort vs. 2007 Honda Accord
To start off, 2007 Honda Accord is newer by 11 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 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Accord (244 HP) has 170 more horse power than 1996 Ford Escort. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1996 Ford Escort.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Honda Accord (286 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Ford Escort. (114 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Ford Escort. 2007 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. 2007 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Ford Escort | 2007 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Escort | Accord |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1391 cc | 2997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 244 HP |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 286 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1460 mm |
