2000 Ford Escape vs. 2006 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2006 Nissan Altima is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ford Escape. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ford Escape would be higher. At 2,501 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Altima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Altima (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2000 Ford Escape. (128 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Altima should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Altima weights approximately 852 kg more than 2000 Ford Escape. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Ford Escape is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Nissan Altima. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Ford Escape will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Nissan Altima (244 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Escape. (169 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Altima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Ford Escape | 2006 Nissan Altima | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Escape | Altima |
Year Released | 2000 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1988 cc | 2501 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 128 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 169 Nm | 244 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 2322 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 76 L |