2000 Ford Escort vs. 2009 Honda Accord
To start off, 2009 Honda Accord is newer by 9 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 2,353 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Accord (190 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2000 Ford Escort. (128 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Accord weights approximately 5 kg more than 2000 Ford Escort. 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, 2009 Honda Accord (220 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Escort. (175 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Ford Escort | 2009 Honda Accord | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Escort | Accord |
Year Released | 2000 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1983 cc | 2353 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 128 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1124 kg | 1129 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 70 L |