2000 Ford Escort vs. 2012 Nissan NV
To start off, 2012 Nissan NV is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ford Escort would be higher. At 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Nissan NV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan NV (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 2000 Ford Escort. (128 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan NV should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan NV weights approximately 1531 kg more than 2000 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Nissan NV is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2012 Nissan NV. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Ford Escort, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2012 Nissan NV (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Escort. (175 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan NV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Escort | 2012 Nissan NV | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Escort | NV |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1983 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1124 kg | 2655 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 6111 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2029 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 2131 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3711 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 106 L |
