2004 Ford Escape vs. 1999 Honda Today
To start off, 2004 Ford Escape is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Honda Today. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Honda Today would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Escape (210 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1999 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Escape weights approximately 808 kg more than 1999 Honda Today. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Honda Today is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Ford Escape. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Honda Today 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, 2004 Ford Escape (271 Nm) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Today. (57 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Today.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Escape | 1999 Honda Today | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Escape | Today |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1999 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 57 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1518 kg | 710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1400 mm |
