2009 Ford Escape vs. 2003 Honda CR-V
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 CR-V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Honda CR-V would be higher. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Escape (171 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2003 Honda CR-V. (154 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Honda CR-V weights approximately 534 kg more than 2009 Ford Escape.
Because 2003 Honda CR-V 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, 2003 Honda CR-V 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 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda CR-V. (144 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford Escape | 2003 Honda CR-V | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Escape | CR-V |
Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
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 | 154 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 232 Nm | 144 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.4 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 58 L |