2005 Ford Escape vs. 2013 Honda Civic
To start off, 2013 Honda Civic is newer by 8 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 1,988 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Honda Civic (138 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2005 Ford Escape. (124 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Escape weights approximately 268 kg more than 2013 Honda Civic.
Because 2005 Ford Escape is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Honda Civic. 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, 2013 Honda Civic (174 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Escape. (168 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Escape | 2013 Honda Civic | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Escape | Civic |
Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1988 cc | 1798 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 124 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 168 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.8 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1202 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4556 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1752 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1435 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 50 L |