1998 Ford Escort vs. 2003 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2003 Nissan X-Trail is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Nissan X-Trail is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Nissan X-Trail (143 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1998 Ford Escort. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Nissan X-Trail should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Nissan X-Trail weights approximately 115 kg more than 1998 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Nissan X-Trail (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Escort. (114 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2003 Nissan X-Trail will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ford Escort | 2003 Nissan X-Trail | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Escort | X-Trail |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1391 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1285 kg |
