2006 Ford Escape vs. 2005 Honda Accord
To start off, 2006 Ford Escape is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,998 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Escape (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2005 Honda Accord. (160 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Accord weights approximately 114 kg more than 2006 Ford Escape.
Because 2006 Ford Escape is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Honda Accord. 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 (262 Nm) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Accord. (217 Nm). This means 2006 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Escape | 2005 Honda Accord | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Escape | Accord |
Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2998 cc | 2358 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 262 Nm | 217 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 99 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1244 kg | 1358 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 65 L |