2009 Ford Escape vs. 1994 Honda Legend
To start off, 2009 Ford Escape is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Honda Legend. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Honda Legend would be higher. In terms of performance, 1994 Honda Legend (201 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2009 Ford Escape. (171 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Honda Legend weights approximately 584 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, 1994 Honda Legend (293 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Escape. (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1994 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Escape | 1994 Honda Legend | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Escape | Legend |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1994 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 232 Nm | 293 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1420 mm |
