1995 Ford Escort vs. 2010 Nissan Murano
To start off, 2010 Nissan Murano is newer by 15 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Murano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Murano (265 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1995 Ford Escort. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan Murano weights approximately 674 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Nissan Murano (336 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Escort. (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan Murano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Escort | 2010 Nissan Murano | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Escort | Murano |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1764 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4788 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1882 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1702 mm |
