2006 Ford Escape vs. 2003 Honda Accord
To start off, 2006 Ford Escape is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,261 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Honda Accord (160 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2006 Ford Escape. (153 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Escape weights approximately 447 kg more than 2003 Honda Accord.
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, 2006 Ford Escape (207 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda Accord. (192 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Escape | 2003 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Escape | Accord |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2261 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 207 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.4 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1393 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 65 L |
