1994 Ford Escort vs. 2005 Nissan Terrano
To start off, 2005 Nissan Terrano is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Ford Escort would be higher. At 2,988 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Terrano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Terrano (155 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1994 Ford Escort. (88 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Terrano should accelerate faster than 1994 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Terrano weights approximately 735 kg more than 1994 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Nissan Terrano is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Ford Escort. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Terrano 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, 2005 Nissan Terrano (328 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Ford Escort. (146 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan Terrano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Ford Escort | 2005 Nissan Terrano | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Escort | Terrano |
Year Released | 1994 | 2005 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1859 cc | 2988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 88 HP | 155 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 146 Nm | 328 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 1830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2460 mm |