2009 Ford Escape vs. 2010 Honda Accord Crosstour
To start off, 2010 Honda Accord Crosstour is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Ford Escape. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Ford Escape would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Honda Accord Crosstour is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Honda Accord Crosstour (271 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 2009 Ford Escape. (169 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda Accord Crosstour should accelerate faster 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, 2010 Honda Accord Crosstour (344 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Escape. (171 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Honda Accord Crosstour will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Escape. 2010 Honda Accord Crosstour has automatic transmission and 2009 Ford Escape has manual transmission. 2009 Ford Escape will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Honda Accord Crosstour will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford Escape | 2010 Honda Accord Crosstour | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Escape | Accord Crosstour |
Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2486 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 169 HP | 271 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 171 Nm | 344 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1897 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.4 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |