2004 Ford Escape vs. 2008 Honda Jazz
To start off, 2008 Honda Jazz 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 1,987 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Escape weights approximately 468 kg more than 2008 Honda Jazz.
Because 2004 Ford Escape is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Honda Jazz. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Ford Escape 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 (162 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Jazz. (143 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Jazz.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Escape | 2008 Honda Jazz | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Escape | Jazz |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1987 cc | 1495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.8 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 89.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1458 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 42 L |
