1999 Ford Escort vs. 2003 Nissan Pickup
To start off, 2003 Nissan Pickup is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Ford Escort would be higher. At 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Nissan Pickup is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Nissan Pickup (132 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1999 Ford Escort. (129 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Nissan Pickup should accelerate faster than 1999 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Nissan Pickup weights approximately 619 kg more than 1999 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ford Escort | 2003 Nissan Pickup | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Escort | Pickup |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1800 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 132 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1146 kg | 1765 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2960 mm |
