2001 Honda Civic vs. 2010 Ford Escape
To start off, 2010 Ford Escape is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Honda Civic would be higher. At 2,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Escape (255 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2001 Honda Civic. (160 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Escape weights approximately 2057 kg more than 2001 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Ford Escape is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 Ford Escape. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Honda Civic, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2010 Ford Escape (474 Nm) has 330 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Civic. (144 Nm). This means 2010 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Civic. 2010 Ford Escape has automatic transmission and 2001 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 2001 Honda Civic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Ford Escape will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Honda Civic | 2010 Ford Escape | |
Make | Honda | Ford |
Model | Civic | Escape |
Year Released | 2001 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1672 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 255 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 144 Nm | 474 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 846 kg | 2903 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 5504 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2017 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 2111 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3505 mm |