2006 Ford Escape vs. 1988 Honda Legend
To start off, 2006 Ford Escape is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Honda Legend. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Honda Legend would be higher. At 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Escape (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1988 Honda Legend. (175 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1988 Honda Legend. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Honda Legend weights approximately 200 kg more than 2006 Ford Escape.
Because 2006 Ford Escape is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Honda Legend. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Ford Escape (262 Nm @ 4850 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Honda Legend. (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Honda Legend.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Escape | 1988 Honda Legend | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Escape | Legend |
Year Released | 2006 | 1988 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2997 cc | 2675 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 262 Nm | 232 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4850 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 75 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2720 mm |