2006 Ford Escape vs. 1992 Honda Prelude
To start off, 2006 Ford Escape is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 2,261 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Honda Prelude (158 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2006 Ford Escape. (155 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Escape weights approximately 405 kg more than 1992 Honda Prelude.
Because 2006 Ford Escape is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Honda Prelude. 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, 1992 Honda Prelude (209 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Escape. (168 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1992 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Escape | 1992 Honda Prelude | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Escape | Prelude |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1992 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2261 cc | 2257 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 45 L |
