2003 Ford Escape vs. 2012 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2012 Nissan Sentra is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Ford Escape. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Ford Escape would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Sentra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Sentra (200 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2003 Ford Escape. (128 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Sentra should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Escape weights approximately 66 kg more than 2012 Nissan Sentra.
Because 2003 Ford Escape is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Nissan Sentra. 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, 2012 Nissan Sentra (244 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ford Escape. (162 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Sentra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ford Escape | 2012 Nissan Sentra | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Escape | Sentra |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4575 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1791 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1501 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2685 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 55 L |
