2008 Ford Escape vs. 2002 Honda Accord
To start off, 2008 Ford Escape is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,353 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda Accord (160 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2008 Ford Escape. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Escape weights approximately 235 kg more than 2002 Honda Accord.
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, 2002 Honda Accord (218 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Escape. (168 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2002 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Ford Escape | 2002 Honda Accord | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Escape | Accord |
Year Released | 2008 | 2002 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2299 cc | 2353 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 168 Nm | 218 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.4 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 99 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.3:1 | 9.7:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1480 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 64 L |