2003 Honda Avancier vs. 2011 Ford Escape
To start off, 2011 Ford Escape is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Honda Avancier. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Honda Avancier would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Escape (177 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2003 Honda Avancier. (148 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda Avancier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Escape weights approximately 44 kg more than 2003 Honda Avancier. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Honda Avancier is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Ford Escape. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Honda Avancier 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, 2003 Honda Avancier (205 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford Escape. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 Honda Avancier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Honda Avancier | 2011 Ford Escape | |
| Make | Honda | Ford |
| Model | Avancier | Escape |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2254 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1664 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4437 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1806 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2619 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 57 L |
