2006 Ford Escape vs. 2007 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2007 Honda CR-V is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford Escape. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford Escape would be higher. At 2,352 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda CR-V (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2006 Ford Escape. (153 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Escape weights approximately 388 kg more than 2007 Honda CR-V.
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, 2007 Honda CR-V (218 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Escape. (207 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2007 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Escape. 2007 Honda CR-V has automatic transmission and 2006 Ford Escape has manual transmission. 2006 Ford Escape will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Honda CR-V will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Escape | 2007 Honda CR-V | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Escape | CR-V |
Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2261 cc | 2352 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 166 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 207 Nm | 218 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.4 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 99 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1452 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.1 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 58 L |