2006 Ford Escape vs. 1999 Honda Odyssey
To start off, 2006 Ford Escape is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Honda Odyssey. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Honda Odyssey would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Honda Odyssey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Honda Odyssey (238 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2006 Ford Escape. (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Honda Odyssey weights approximately 241 kg more than 2006 Ford Escape. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Honda Odyssey is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Ford Escape. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Honda Odyssey 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, 1999 Honda Odyssey (328 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Escape. (262 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 1999 Honda Odyssey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Escape | 1999 Honda Odyssey | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Escape | Odyssey |
Year Released | 2006 | 1999 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2999 cc | 3471 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 262 Nm | 328 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4850 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1956 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3010 mm |