2005 Ford Escape vs. 2009 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2009 Nissan Altima is newer by 4 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 3,490 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Altima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Altima (270 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 2005 Ford Escape. (124 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Altima should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Escape weights approximately 393 kg more than 2009 Nissan Altima.
Because 2005 Ford Escape is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Nissan Altima. 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, 2009 Nissan Altima (350 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Escape. (168 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Altima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Escape | 2009 Nissan Altima | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Escape | Altima |
Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1988 cc | 3490 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 124 HP | 270 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 168 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1077 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2780 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 76 L |