2009 Ford Escape vs. 2013 Honda Civic
To start off, 2013 Honda Civic is newer by 4 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 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Escape (153 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2013 Honda Civic. (138 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 2013 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Honda Civic weights approximately 261 kg more than 2009 Ford Escape.
Because 2009 Ford Escape is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Honda Civic. 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 (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford Escape | 2013 Honda Civic | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Escape | Civic |
Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2488 cc | 1798 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 184 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1227 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4556 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1752 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1435 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.7 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 8.1 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 50 L |