2000 Ford Escape vs. 1996 Honda Civic
To start off, 2000 Ford Escape is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,988 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Escape (128 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1996 Honda Civic. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Escape weights approximately 510 kg more than 1996 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Ford Escape is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Ford Escape 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, 2000 Ford Escape (169 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Civic. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Ford Escape | 1996 Honda Civic | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Escape | Civic |
Year Released | 2000 | 1996 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1988 cc | 1396 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 128 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 169 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2630 mm |