2005 Ford Escape vs. 2007 Honda CR-V

To start off, 2007 Honda CR-V is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Escape. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Escape 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 52 more horse power than 2007 Honda CR-V. (148 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda CR-V weights approximately 62 kg more than 2005 Ford Escape.

Because 2007 Honda CR-V 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, 2007 Honda CR-V 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 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda CR-V. (190 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda CR-V.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Ford Escape 2007 Honda CR-V
Make Ford Honda
Model Escape CR-V
Year Released 2005 2007
Body Type SUV SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2999 cc 1996 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 200 HP 148 HP
Engine RPM 6150 RPM 6500 RPM
Torque 265 Nm 190 Nm
Engine Bore Size 89 mm 86 mm
Engine Stroke Size 80 mm 86 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.0:1 9.8:1
Drive Type Front 4WD
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1500 kg 1562 kg
Vehicle Length 4450 mm 4640 mm
Vehicle Width 1790 mm 1790 mm
Vehicle Height 1780 mm 1720 mm
Wheelbase Size 2580 mm 2630 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 10.7 L/100km 13.7 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 62 L 58 L


 

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