2004 Ford Escape vs. 2010 Nissan Rogue
To start off, 2010 Nissan Rogue is newer by 6 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 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Escape (210 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2010 Nissan Rogue. (170 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 2010 Nissan Rogue. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Escape weights approximately 30 kg more than 2010 Nissan Rogue. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 2004 Ford Escape (271 Nm) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Nissan Rogue. (237 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Nissan Rogue.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Escape | 2010 Nissan Rogue | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Escape | Rogue |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1518 kg | 1488 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4646 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1659 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 60 L |
