1999 Honda Legend vs. 2013 Ford Escape
To start off, 2013 Ford Escape is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Honda Legend. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Honda Legend would be higher. At 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Honda Legend (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2013 Ford Escape. (166 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 2013 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Honda Legend weights approximately 72 kg more than 2013 Ford Escape. 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, 1999 Honda Legend (297 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Ford Escape. (230 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1999 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Honda Legend | 2013 Ford Escape | |
| Make | Honda | Ford |
| Model | Legend | Escape |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3474 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 166 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 297 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 100 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1598 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4524 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2078 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1684 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 57 L |
