2005 Ford Escape vs. 2010 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2010 Honda CR-V is newer by 5 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Honda CR-V (180 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2005 Ford Escape. (124 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Honda CR-V weights approximately 66 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 2010 Honda CR-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, 2010 Honda CR-V (218 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Escape. (168 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Escape. 2010 Honda CR-V 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. 2010 Honda CR-V will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Escape | 2010 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Escape | CR-V |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1536 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4554 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1819 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1679 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2619 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 58 L |
