2007 Ford Escape vs. 2006 Honda Pilot
To start off, 2007 Ford Escape is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Honda Pilot. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Honda Pilot would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Pilot (244 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 2007 Ford Escape. (160 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 2007 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, 2006 Honda Pilot (325 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Escape. (212 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Escape. 2006 Honda Pilot has automatic transmission and 2007 Ford Escape has manual transmission. 2007 Ford Escape will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Honda Pilot will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Escape | 2006 Honda Pilot | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Escape | Pilot |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2299 cc | 3471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 244 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 212 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 114 L | 77 L |
