2005 Ford Escape vs. 1990 Nissan Santana
To start off, 2005 Ford Escape is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Nissan Santana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Nissan Santana would be higher. At 1,988 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Escape (124 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1990 Nissan Santana. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1990 Nissan Santana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Escape weights approximately 400 kg more than 1990 Nissan Santana. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Ford Escape is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Nissan Santana. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Ford Escape (168 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Nissan Santana. (142 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Nissan Santana. 1990 Nissan Santana has automatic transmission and 2005 Ford Escape has manual transmission. 2005 Ford Escape will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1990 Nissan Santana will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Escape | 1990 Nissan Santana | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Escape | Santana |
Year Released | 2005 | 1990 |
Engine Size | 1988 cc | 1779 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 124 HP | 93 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 168 Nm | 142 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1070 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2560 mm |