2005 Ford Escape vs. 1997 Nissan Crew
To start off, 2005 Ford Escape is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Nissan Crew. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Nissan Crew would be higher. At 1,997 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Nissan Crew is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Nissan Crew (129 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2005 Ford Escape. (124 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Nissan Crew should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Escape weights approximately 230 kg more than 1997 Nissan Crew.
Because 2005 Ford Escape is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Nissan Crew. 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, 1997 Nissan Crew (175 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Escape. (168 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1997 Nissan Crew will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Escape | 1997 Nissan Crew | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Escape | Crew |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1997 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2670 mm |
