2005 Ford Escape vs. 2000 Honda Life
To start off, 2005 Ford Escape is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Honda Life. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Honda Life would be higher. At 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Escape (200 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 2000 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 2000 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Escape weights approximately 710 kg more than 2000 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Honda Life is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Ford Escape. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Honda Life 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 (265 Nm) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda Life. (57 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Escape | 2000 Honda Life | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Escape | Life |
Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2999 cc | 656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 265 Nm | 57 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2370 mm |