2005 Ford Escape vs. 2008 Nissan Qashqai
To start off, 2008 Nissan Qashqai is newer by 3 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 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 20 more horse power than 2008 Nissan Qashqai. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan Qashqai. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Qashqai weights approximately 12 kg more than 2005 Ford Escape.
Because 2005 Ford Escape is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Nissan Qashqai. 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, 2008 Nissan Qashqai (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Escape. (168 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Qashqai will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Escape | 2008 Nissan Qashqai | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Escape | Qashqai |
Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1988 cc | 1460 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 124 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 168 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.8 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 80.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 15.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1482 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 65 L |