2004 Ford Escape vs. 2012 Honda Fit
To start off, 2012 Honda Fit is newer by 8 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 86 more horse power than 2012 Honda Fit. (117 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 2012 Honda Fit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Escape weights approximately 291 kg more than 2012 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 (272 Nm) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Honda Fit. (144 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Honda Fit.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Escape | 2012 Honda Fit | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Escape | Fit |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 1500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 203 HP | 117 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 272 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1443 kg | 1152 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4105 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1524 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2499 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 40 L |
