2003 Ford Escape vs. 1995 Nissan Pulsar
To start off, 2003 Ford Escape is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Nissan Pulsar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Nissan Pulsar would be higher. At 1,988 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford Escape (128 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1995 Nissan Pulsar. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1995 Nissan Pulsar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Escape weights approximately 396 kg more than 1995 Nissan Pulsar. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Ford Escape is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Nissan Pulsar. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 Ford Escape (162 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Nissan Pulsar. (148 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Nissan Pulsar.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ford Escape | 1995 Nissan Pulsar | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Escape | Pulsar |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1995 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2440 mm |
