2006 Ford Escape vs. 2002 Honda Avancier
To start off, 2006 Ford Escape is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Honda Avancier. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda Avancier would be higher. At 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Honda Avancier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda Avancier (212 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2006 Ford Escape. (153 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda Avancier should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Escape weights approximately 25 kg more than 2002 Honda Avancier.
Because 2002 Honda Avancier 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, 2002 Honda Avancier 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, 2002 Honda Avancier (285 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Escape. (206 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2002 Honda Avancier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Escape | 2002 Honda Avancier | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Escape | Avancier |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2260 cc | 2995 cc |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 212 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.4 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 61 L |
