2005 Ford Escape vs. 2003 Honda HR-V
To start off, 2005 Ford Escape is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Honda HR-V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Honda HR-V would be higher. At 1,988 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Escape (124 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2003 Honda HR-V. (113 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda HR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Escape weights approximately 350 kg more than 2003 Honda HR-V. 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 2003 Honda HR-V. 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 (168 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda HR-V. (131 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda HR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Escape | 2003 Honda HR-V | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Escape | HR-V |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 1672 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.8 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 73 L |
