2009 Ford Escape vs. 2003 Honda Accord
To start off, 2009 Ford Escape is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,976 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Honda Accord (187 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2009 Ford Escape. (171 HP @ 6550 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Honda Accord weights approximately 490 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.
Because 2009 Ford Escape is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Honda Accord. 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 (302 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda Accord. (218 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda Accord. 2009 Ford Escape has automatic transmission and 2003 Honda Accord has manual transmission. 2003 Honda Accord 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.
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2009 Ford Escape | 2003 Honda Accord | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Escape | Accord |
Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2976 cc | 2360 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 171 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 6550 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 302 Nm | 218 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 99 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1456 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 65 L |