2022 Honda Pilot vs 2021 Ford Escape
Overview | |
MSRP$25,555 | MSRP$38,080 |
Listings1017 | Listings2465 |
Ratings & Reviews | |
User Reviews | User Reviews |
Expert reviews6.7 out of 10 | Expert reviews |
Pros
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2021 Ford Escape Reviews SummaryThe Ford Escape is the Blue Oval’s compact crossover SUV, and one of the most important models in the automaker’s lineup. It competes in one of the most popular market segments of the moment, against popular vehicles like the Honda CR-V, Hyundai Tucson, Kia Sportage, Nissan Rogue, and Subaru Forester. Ford also views the Escape as the de facto choice for a large slice of its customers. After the automaker eliminated sedans and hatchbacks from its United States lineup, the Escape was left as the most logical choice for keeping existing Fusion and Focus owners in the Ford fold. So in a 2020 model year redesign, Ford gave the Escape more car-like styling, and emphasized fuel efficiency. Following that redesign, the 2021 Escape is largely unchanged. The only differences are new appearance packages and exterior colors, an available tow package, and slightly improved fuel economy for the base powertrain. The trim-level lineup of S, SE, SEL, and Titanium carries over as well. So while we didn’t get a chance to drive a 2021 Escape, we can evaluate it based on our experience with the 2020 model. | |
2022 Honda Pilot Reviews Summary | |
No video found | No video found |
Popular Features & Specs | |
Engine1.5L 181 hp I3 | Engine3.5L 280 hp V6 |
Drive TrainFWD | Drive TrainFWD |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity8 |
Horsepower | Horsepower280 hp @ 6000 rpm |
MPG City28 | MPG City20 |
MPG Highway34 | MPG Highway27 |
Engine | |
Engine Name1.5L 181 hp I3 | Engine Name3.5L 280 hp V6 |
Torque | Torque262 lb-ft @ 4700 rpm |
Horsepower | Horsepower280 hp @ 6000 rpm |
DrivetrainFWD | DrivetrainFWD |
Fuel Economy | |
MPG City28 | MPG City20 |
MPG Highway34 | MPG Highway27 |
Interior | |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity8 |
Key Features | |
Sunroof/Moonroof | Sunroof/MoonroofStandard |
Safety | |
Front Crash Overall5 | Front Crash Overall4 |
Side Crash Overall5 | Side Crash Overall5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | |
Cargo Space37.5 cu ft | Cargo Space16.5 cu ft |
Curb Weight3302 lbs | Curb Weight4030 lbs |
Height66.1 in | Height70.6 in |
Length180.5 in | Length196.5 in |
Width85.6 in | Width78.6 in |
Wheelbase106.7 in | Wheelbase111.0 in |
Maximum Payload | Maximum Payload1812 lbs |
Number of doors4 | Number of doors4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity | Maximum Towing Capacity3500 lbs |
Overview | ||
MSRP | $25,555 | $38,080 |
Listings | ||
Ratings & Reviews | ||
User reviews | ||
Expert reviews | 6.7 out of 10Read full review | |
Pros & cons | Pros
Cons
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Summary | The Ford Escape is the Blue Oval’s compact crossover SUV, and one of the most important models in the automaker’s lineup. It competes in one of the most popular market segments of the moment, against popular vehicles like the Honda CR-V, Hyundai Tucson, Kia Sportage, Nissan Rogue, and Subaru Forester. Ford also views the Escape as the de facto choice for a large slice of its customers. After the automaker eliminated sedans and hatchbacks from its United States lineup, the Escape was left as the most logical choice for keeping existing Fusion and Focus owners in the Ford fold. So in a 2020 model year redesign, Ford gave the Escape more car-like styling, and emphasized fuel efficiency. Following that redesign, the 2021 Escape is largely unchanged. The only differences are new appearance packages and exterior colors, an available tow package, and slightly improved fuel economy for the base powertrain. The trim-level lineup of S, SE, SEL, and Titanium carries over as well. So while we didn’t get a chance to drive a 2021 Escape, we can evaluate it based on our experience with the 2020 model. | |
Video | No video found | No video found |
Popular Features & Specs | ||
Engine | 1.5L 181 hp I3 | 3.5L 280 hp V6 |
Drive Train | FWD | FWD |
Seating Capacity | 5 | 8 |
Horsepower | 280 hp @ 6000 rpm | |
MPG City | 28 | 20 |
MPG Highway | 34 | 27 |
Engine | ||
Engine Name | 1.5L 181 hp I3 | 3.5L 280 hp V6 |
Torque | 262 lb-ft @ 4700 rpm | |
Horsepower | 280 hp @ 6000 rpm | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD |
Fuel Economy | ||
MPG City | 28 | 20 |
MPG Highway | 34 | 27 |
Interior | ||
Seating Capacity | 5 | 8 |
Key Features | ||
Sunroof/Moonroof | Standard | |
Safety | ||
Front Crash Overall | 5 | 4 |
Side Crash Overall | 5 | 5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | ||
Cargo Space | 37.5 cu ft | 16.5 cu ft |
Curb Weight | 3302 lbs | 4030 lbs |
Height | 66.1 in | 70.6 in |
Length | 180.5 in | 196.5 in |
Width | 85.6 in | 78.6 in |
Wheelbase | 106.7 in | 111.0 in |
Maximum Payload | 1812 lbs | |
Number of doors | 4 | 4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity | 3500 lbs | |

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