2006 Ford Escape vs. 2008 Honda Element
To start off, 2008 Honda Element is newer by 2 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 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Element (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2006 Ford Escape. (133 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Escape.
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, 2008 Honda Element (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Escape. (168 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Escape | 2008 Honda Element | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Escape | Element |
Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2259 cc | 2354 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 133 HP | 166 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 168 Nm | 218 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.3:1 | 9.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.6 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 6.5 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 60 L |