2003 Ford Escape vs. 1997 Nissan Laurel
To start off, 2003 Ford Escape is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Nissan Laurel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Nissan Laurel would be higher. At 1,998 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Nissan Laurel is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Nissan Laurel (153 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2003 Ford Escape. (128 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Nissan Laurel should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Escape weights approximately 86 kg more than 1997 Nissan Laurel.
Because 2003 Ford Escape is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Nissan Laurel. 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, 1997 Nissan Laurel (190 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ford Escape. (162 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1997 Nissan Laurel will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ford Escape. 1997 Nissan Laurel has automatic transmission and 2003 Ford Escape has manual transmission. 2003 Ford Escape will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Nissan Laurel will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ford Escape | 1997 Nissan Laurel | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Escape | Laurel |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1997 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2730 mm |
