2004 Honda Accord vs. 1996 Suzuki Escudo
To start off, 2004 Honda Accord is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Suzuki Escudo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Suzuki Escudo would be higher. At 2,352 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda Accord (187 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1996 Suzuki Escudo. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1996 Suzuki Escudo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda Accord weights approximately 796 kg more than 1996 Suzuki Escudo. 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 Honda Accord (223 Nm) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Suzuki Escudo. (156 Nm). This means 2004 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Suzuki Escudo. 1996 Suzuki Escudo has automatic transmission and 2004 Honda Accord has manual transmission. 2004 Honda Accord will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Suzuki Escudo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Honda Accord | 1996 Suzuki Escudo | |
| Make | Honda | Suzuki |
| Model | Accord | Escudo |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2352 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 223 Nm | 156 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1456 kg | 660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2370 mm |
