1998 Nissan Presea vs. 2013 Ford Escape
To start off, 2013 Ford Escape is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Nissan Presea. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Nissan Presea would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Escape (166 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1998 Nissan Presea. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1998 Nissan Presea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Escape weights approximately 568 kg more than 1998 Nissan Presea. 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, 2013 Ford Escape (230 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Nissan Presea. (135 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Nissan Presea. 2013 Ford Escape has automatic transmission and 1998 Nissan Presea has manual transmission. 1998 Nissan Presea will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Ford Escape will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Nissan Presea | 2013 Ford Escape | |
Make | Nissan | Ford |
Model | Presea | Escape |
Year Released | 1998 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1497 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 166 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1598 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4524 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2078 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1684 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2690 mm |