2006 Honda Civic vs. 2010 Ford Escape
To start off, 2010 Ford Escape is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Honda Civic would be higher. At 2,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Escape (265 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 2006 Honda Civic. (113 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Civic.
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, 2010 Ford Escape (339 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Civic. (148 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Honda Civic | 2010 Ford Escape | |
Make | Honda | Ford |
Model | Civic | Escape |
Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1802 cc | 2500 cc |
Horse Power | 113 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 148 Nm | 339 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4717 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1925 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1702 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2824 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 8.4 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 72 L |