1995 Ford Escort vs. 2002 Nissan Terrano II
To start off, 2002 Nissan Terrano II is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Ford Escort would be higher. At 2,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Nissan Terrano II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Nissan Terrano II (143 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1995 Ford Escort. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Nissan Terrano II should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Nissan Terrano II weights approximately 780 kg more than 1995 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Nissan Terrano II is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Ford Escort. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Nissan Terrano II 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 Nissan Terrano II (334 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Escort. (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Nissan Terrano II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Escort | 2002 Nissan Terrano II | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Escort | Terrano II |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 334 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1820 mm |
