2005 Ford Escape vs. 2009 Honda Fit
To start off, 2009 Honda Fit is newer by 4 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 2,262 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Escape (128 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2009 Honda Fit. (117 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Fit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Escape weights approximately 184 kg more than 2009 Honda Fit. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Fit. (144 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Fit.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Escape | 2009 Honda Fit | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Escape | Fit |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2262 cc | 1495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 117 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.3:1 | 16.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 1461 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.6 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 6.5 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 40 L |
