2009 Ford Escape vs. 2000 Honda Civic
To start off, 2009 Ford Escape is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Honda Civic 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 47 more horse power than 2000 Honda Civic. (104 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 2000 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Honda Civic weights approximately 134 kg more than 2009 Ford Escape.
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, 2000 Honda Civic (144 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Escape. (136 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2000 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Escape | 2000 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Escape | Civic |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2000 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2486 cc | 1492 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 151 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.3:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 50 L |
