2009 Ford Escape vs. 1995 Honda Shuttle
To start off, 2009 Ford Escape is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Honda Shuttle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Honda Shuttle would be higher. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Escape (171 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1995 Honda Shuttle. (150 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1995 Honda Shuttle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Honda Shuttle weights approximately 560 kg more than 2009 Ford Escape.
Because 2009 Ford Escape is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Honda Shuttle. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Ford Escape 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 (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Honda Shuttle. (199 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Honda Shuttle.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford Escape | 1995 Honda Shuttle | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Escape | Shuttle |
Year Released | 2009 | 1995 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 171 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 232 Nm | 199 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 972 kg | 1532 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 65 L |