1994 Nissan Terrano II vs. 2010 Ford Escape
To start off, 2010 Ford Escape is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Nissan Terrano II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Nissan Terrano II would be higher. At 2,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Escape (265 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1994 Nissan Terrano II. (116 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1994 Nissan Terrano II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Escape weights approximately 320 kg more than 1994 Nissan Terrano II. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2010 Ford Escape (339 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Nissan Terrano II. (198 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Nissan Terrano II. 2010 Ford Escape has automatic transmission and 1994 Nissan Terrano II has manual transmission. 1994 Nissan Terrano II will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Ford Escape will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Nissan Terrano II | 2010 Ford Escape | |
| Make | Nissan | Ford |
| Model | Terrano II | Escape |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2389 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 198 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1625 kg | 1945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4717 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1925 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1702 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2824 mm |
