1997 Ford Escort vs. 2007 Nissan Commercial
To start off, 2007 Nissan Commercial is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Ford Escort would be higher. At 4,617 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Commercial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Commercial (121 HP @ 3000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1997 Ford Escort. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Commercial should accelerate faster than 1997 Ford Escort.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Nissan Commercial (304 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Ford Escort. (115 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Commercial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Ford Escort | 2007 Nissan Commercial | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Escort | Commercial |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1391 cc | 4617 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 121 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 5930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 2200 mm |
