2002 Ford Escape vs. 2001 Nissan Primera
To start off, 2002 Ford Escape is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Nissan Primera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Nissan Primera would be higher. At 1,988 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ford Escape (128 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2001 Nissan Primera. (112 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 2001 Nissan Primera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ford Escape weights approximately 160 kg more than 2001 Nissan Primera. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Ford Escape is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Nissan Primera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2002 Ford Escape (168 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Nissan Primera. (161 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2002 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Nissan Primera.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Ford Escape | 2001 Nissan Primera | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Escape | Primera |
Year Released | 2002 | 2001 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1988 cc | 1769 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 128 HP | 112 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 168 Nm | 161 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 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 | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1310 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2610 mm |