2011 Ford Escape vs. 2008 Honda Accord
To start off, 2011 Ford Escape is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Escape (171 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2008 Honda Accord. (153 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Accord weights approximately 34 kg more than 2011 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, 2011 Ford Escape (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Accord. (190 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Ford Escape | 2008 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Escape | Accord |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 232 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1498 kg | 1532 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4437 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1806 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1725 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2619 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 65 L |
