1995 Ford Escort vs. 2009 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2009 Nissan X-Trail is newer by 14 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 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Nissan X-Trail is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan X-Trail (169 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1995 Ford Escort. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan X-Trail should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan X-Trail weights approximately 1224 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 2009 Nissan X-Trail 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, 2009 Nissan X-Trail 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, 2009 Nissan X-Trail (226 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Escort. (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan X-Trail will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Ford Escort | 2009 Nissan X-Trail | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Escort | X-Trail |
Year Released | 1995 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 169 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 150 Nm | 226 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1092 kg | 2316 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1780 mm |