2005 Ford Escape vs. 1995 Honda NSX
To start off, 2005 Ford Escape is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Honda NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Honda NSX would be higher. At 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Honda NSX (280 HP) has 79 more horse power than 2005 Ford Escape. (201 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Escape weights approximately 204 kg more than 1995 Honda NSX.
Because 2005 Ford Escape is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Honda NSX. 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, 1995 Honda NSX (294 Nm @ 5400 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Escape. (251 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1995 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Escape | 1995 Honda NSX | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Escape | NSX |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1995 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2961 cc | 2977 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 280 HP |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1584 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 70 L |
