2005 Ford Escape vs. 2001 Honda Legend
To start off, 2005 Ford Escape is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Honda Legend. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Honda Legend would be higher. At 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Honda Legend (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 2005 Ford Escape. (124 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Honda Legend weights approximately 200 kg more than 2005 Ford Escape. 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 2001 Honda Legend. 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, 2001 Honda Legend (297 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Escape. (168 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2001 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Escape. 2001 Honda Legend has automatic transmission and 2005 Ford Escape has manual transmission. 2005 Ford Escape will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Honda Legend will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Escape | 2001 Honda Legend | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Escape | Legend |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 3474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 297 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.8 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 91 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 68 L |
