2005 Ford Escape vs. 2006 Nissan Quest
To start off, 2006 Nissan Quest is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Escape. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Escape would be higher. At 3,507 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Quest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Quest (240 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2005 Ford Escape. (193 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Quest weights approximately 819 kg more than 2005 Ford Escape. 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, 2006 Nissan Quest (328 Nm) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Escape. (262 Nm). This means 2006 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Escape | 2006 Nissan Quest | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Escape | Quest |
Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2999 cc | 3507 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 193 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 262 Nm | 328 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 96.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1497 kg | 2316 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 5190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3160 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 76 L |