2012 Ford Escape vs. 2002 Honda S-MX
To start off, 2012 Ford Escape is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Honda S-MX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda S-MX would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford Escape (177 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2002 Honda S-MX. (129 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda S-MX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Escape weights approximately 327 kg more than 2002 Honda S-MX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Honda S-MX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Ford Escape. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Honda S-MX 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, 2002 Honda S-MX (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Ford Escape. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2002 Honda S-MX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
2012 Ford Escape | 2002 Honda S-MX | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Escape | S-MX |
Year Released | 2012 | 2002 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2500 cc | 1973 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 184 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | CVT | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1657 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4437 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1806 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2619 mm | 2510 mm |