2005 Ford Escape vs. 2007 Honda Element
To start off, 2007 Honda Element 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 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Element (167 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2005 Ford Escape. (128 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Element weights approximately 305 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 2007 Honda Element 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 Element 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, 2007 Honda Element (218 Nm) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Escape. (168 Nm). This means 2007 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Escape | 2007 Honda Element | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Escape | Element |
Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2262 cc | 2354 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 128 HP | 167 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 168 Nm | 218 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.3:1 | 9.7:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 1950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.6 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 6.5 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 60 L |