2000 Ford Equator vs. 2012 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2012 Honda CR-V is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ford Equator. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ford Equator would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Honda CR-V (184 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2000 Ford Equator. (128 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Equator. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Honda CR-V weights approximately 292 kg more than 2000 Ford Equator. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Honda CR-V (221 Nm) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Equator. (160 Nm). This means 2012 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Equator.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Equator | 2012 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Equator | CR-V |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1787 cc | 2400 cc |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 184 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1208 kg | 1500 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3260 mm | 2620 mm |
