2009 Ford Escape vs. 1994 Honda Today
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 Today. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Honda Today would be higher. At 2,486 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Escape (151 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1994 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1994 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Escape weights approximately 256 kg more than 1994 Honda Today. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 Honda Today is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Ford Escape. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Honda Today will offer significantly more control. 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, 2009 Ford Escape (136 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Honda Today. 2009 Ford Escape has automatic transmission and 1994 Honda Today has manual transmission. 1994 Honda Today 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 | 1994 Honda Today | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Escape | Today |
Year Released | 2009 | 1994 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2486 cc | 656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 151 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 136 Nm | 57 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 710 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1400 mm |