2006 Ford Escape vs. 2011 Honda Fit
To start off, 2011 Honda Fit is newer by 5 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 2,998 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Escape (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 2011 Honda Fit. (117 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 2011 Honda Fit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Escape weights approximately 92 kg more than 2011 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 2011 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 (262 Nm @ 4850 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda Fit. (144 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda Fit.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Escape | 2011 Honda Fit | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Escape | Fit |
Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2998 cc | 1500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 117 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 262 Nm | 144 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4850 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1244 kg | 1152 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4105 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1694 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1524 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2499 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 40 L |