2004 Ford Escape vs. 2006 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2006 Nissan Altima is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford Escape. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Escape would be higher. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Altima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Altima (251 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 2004 Ford Escape. (128 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Altima should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Altima weights approximately 2 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.
Because 2004 Ford Escape is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Nissan Altima. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2006 Nissan Altima (338 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Escape. (162 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Altima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Escape | 2006 Nissan Altima | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Escape | Altima |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1987 cc | 3491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 251 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1458 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 76 L |
