2009 Ford Escape vs. 2005 Honda Jazz
To start off, 2009 Ford Escape is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Honda Jazz. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Honda Jazz would be higher. At 2,975 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Escape (171 HP @ 6550 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2005 Honda Jazz. (82 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Jazz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Jazz weights approximately 82 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, 2009 Ford Escape (302 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Jazz. (124 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Jazz. 2009 Ford Escape has automatic transmission and 2005 Honda Jazz has manual transmission. 2005 Honda Jazz 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 | 2005 Honda Jazz | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Escape | Jazz |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2975 cc | 1339 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 171 HP | 82 HP |
Engine RPM | 6550 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 302 Nm | 124 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1048 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 42 L |