1996 Ford Escort vs. 2008 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2008 Honda CR-V is newer by 12 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda CR-V (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1996 Ford Escort. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1996 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ford Escort weights approximately 330 kg more than 2008 Honda CR-V.
Because 2008 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, 2008 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, 2008 Honda CR-V (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Ford Escort. (114 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2008 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Ford Escort. 2008 Honda CR-V 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. 2008 Honda CR-V will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Ford Escort | 2008 Honda CR-V | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Escort | CR-V |
Year Released | 1996 | 2008 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1389 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 114 Nm | 192 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 840 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1720 mm |