2004 Ford Escape vs. 2001 Nissan Xterra
To start off, 2004 Ford Escape is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Nissan Xterra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Nissan Xterra would be higher. At 2,391 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Nissan Xterra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Nissan Xterra (141 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2004 Ford Escape. (128 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Nissan Xterra should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Nissan Xterra weights approximately 122 kg more than 2004 Ford Escape. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2001 Nissan Xterra (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Escape. (162 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2001 Nissan Xterra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Escape. 2001 Nissan Xterra has automatic transmission and 2004 Ford Escape has manual transmission. 2004 Ford Escape will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Nissan Xterra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Escape | 2001 Nissan Xterra | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Escape | Xterra |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2001 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1987 cc | 2391 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.8 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 96 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1458 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2660 mm |
