2009 Ford Escape vs. 2012 Honda Jazz
To start off, 2012 Honda Jazz is newer by 3 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 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 52 more horse power than 2012 Honda Jazz. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 2012 Honda Jazz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Honda Jazz weights approximately 163 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 (136 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Honda Jazz. (127 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Honda Jazz.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford Escape | 2012 Honda Jazz | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Escape | Jazz |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2486 cc | 1339 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 151 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 136 Nm | 127 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1129 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.4 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 42 L |