2004 Ford Escape vs. 2011 Honda Insight
To start off, 2011 Honda Insight is newer by 7 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 (203 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 2011 Honda Insight. (98 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 2011 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Escape weights approximately 206 kg more than 2011 Honda Insight. 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 (272 Nm) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda Insight. (167 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford Escape | 2011 Honda Insight | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Escape | Insight |
Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2966 cc | 1300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 203 HP | 98 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 272 Nm | 167 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1443 kg | 1237 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4376 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1694 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1427 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 40 L |