2006 Ford Escape vs. 2003 Honda Fit
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 Fit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Honda Fit would be higher. At 2,261 cc, 2006 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Escape (153 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2003 Honda Fit. (90 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda Fit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Escape weights approximately 655 kg more than 2003 Honda Fit. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Ford Escape is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Honda Fit. 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 (206 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda Fit. (131 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda Fit.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Escape | 2003 Honda Fit | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Escape | Fit |
Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2261 cc | 1496 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 206 Nm | 131 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 104 mm | 79 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1060 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2460 mm |