2009 Ford Escape vs. 1993 Honda Legend
To start off, 2009 Ford Escape is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Honda Legend. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Honda Legend would be higher. At 3,206 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Honda Legend (230 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2009 Ford Escape. (171 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Honda Legend weights approximately 622 kg more than 2009 Ford Escape. 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, 1993 Honda Legend (279 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Escape. (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1993 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Escape. 2009 Ford Escape has automatic transmission and 1993 Honda Legend has manual transmission. 1993 Honda Legend will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Ford Escape will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Escape | 1993 Honda Legend | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Escape | Legend |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1993 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2488 cc | 3206 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 232 Nm | 279 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1588 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 68 L |
