2004 Ford Escape vs. 2006 Honda Element
To start off, 2006 Honda Element is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford Escape. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Escape would be higher. At 2,359 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Element (156 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2004 Ford Escape. (128 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Escape weights approximately 605 kg more than 2006 Honda Element.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2006 Honda Element (217 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Escape. (162 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford Escape | 2006 Honda Element | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Escape | Element |
Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1987 cc | 2359 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 128 HP | 156 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 162 Nm | 217 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.8 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 99 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 16.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1458 kg | 853 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 60 L |