2011 Ford Escape vs. 2012 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2012 Honda CR-V is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Ford Escape. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Ford Escape would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Honda CR-V (184 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2011 Ford Escape. (177 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Escape weights approximately 164 kg more than 2012 Honda CR-V.
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, 2012 Honda CR-V (221 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford Escape. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Ford Escape | 2012 Honda CR-V | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Escape | CR-V |
Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2500 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 184 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 184 Nm | 221 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | CVT | 5-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1664 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4437 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1806 mm | 1819 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1645 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2619 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.6 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 6.9 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 58 L |