2000 Ford Escort vs. 2004 Honda Z
To start off, 2004 Honda Z is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Escort (128 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2004 Honda Z. (51 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Escort weights approximately 164 kg more than 2004 Honda Z. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Honda Z is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Ford Escort. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Honda Z 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 Escort (175 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Z. (62 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Escort | 2004 Honda Z | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Escort | Z |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1983 cc | 656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 62 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.8 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 64 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1124 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 3410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 35 L |
