2005 Ford Escort vs. 2009 Honda HR-V
To start off, 2009 Honda HR-V is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,753 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Escort (128 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2009 Honda HR-V. (104 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda HR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda HR-V weights approximately 117 kg more than 2005 Ford Escort.
Because 2009 Honda HR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Ford Escort. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Honda HR-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 Escort (170 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda HR-V. (135 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda HR-V.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Escort | 2009 Honda HR-V | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Escort | HR-V |
Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1753 cc | 1590 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 128 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1257 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 55 L |