2005 Ford Escape vs. 1992 Honda Concerto
To start off, 2005 Ford Escape is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Honda Concerto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Honda Concerto would be higher. At 2,262 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Escape (154 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1992 Honda Concerto. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1992 Honda Concerto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Escape weights approximately 510 kg more than 1992 Honda Concerto. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Ford Escape is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Honda Concerto. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Ford Escape (206 Nm) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Honda Concerto. (119 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Honda Concerto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Escape | 1992 Honda Concerto | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Escape | Concerto |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2262 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1545 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2560 mm |
