2001 Nissan MM vs. 2012 Ford Escape
To start off, 2012 Ford Escape is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Nissan MM. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Nissan MM would be higher. At 2,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Nissan MM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford Escape (177 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2001 Nissan MM. (153 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 2001 Nissan MM. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Nissan MM weights approximately 178 kg more than 2012 Ford Escape.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 Nissan MM (372 Nm) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Ford Escape. (184 Nm). This means 2001 Nissan MM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Nissan MM | 2012 Ford Escape | |
| Make | Nissan | Ford |
| Model | MM | Escape |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2956 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 372 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1835 kg | 1657 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4437 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1806 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1530 mm | 2619 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 57 L |
