2008 Honda Civic vs. 2013 Ford Escape
To start off, 2013 Ford Escape is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,799 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Escape (176 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2008 Honda Civic. (140 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Escape weights approximately 312 kg more than 2008 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2013 Ford Escape (321 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2013 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Civic. 2013 Ford Escape has automatic transmission and 2008 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 2008 Honda Civic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Ford Escape will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda Civic | 2013 Ford Escape | |
| Make | Honda | Ford |
| Model | Civic | Escape |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 176 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 321 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1592 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4524 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2078 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1684 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.9 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.1 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 57 L |
