2004 Ford Escape vs. 2008 Honda Fit
To start off, 2008 Honda Fit is newer by 4 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 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Escape (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 2008 Honda Fit. (109 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Fit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Escape weights approximately 209 kg more than 2008 Honda Fit. 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, 2004 Ford Escape (265 Nm) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Fit. (142 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Fit.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Escape | 2008 Honda Fit | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Escape | Fit |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 89.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1489 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.6 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.5 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.4 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 41 L |
