2005 Ford Escort vs. 2010 Honda Fit
To start off, 2010 Honda Fit is newer by 5 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 11 more horse power than 2010 Honda Fit. (117 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 2010 Honda Fit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Honda Fit weights approximately 3 kg more than 2005 Ford Escort.
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 Escort (170 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Honda Fit. (144 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Honda Fit.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Escort | 2010 Honda Fit | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Escort | Fit |
Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1753 cc | 1500 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 | 6250 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 144 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1143 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4105 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1694 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1524 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2499 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 40 L |