2006 Chevrolet Nubira vs. 2009 Ford Escape
To start off, 2009 Ford Escape is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Chevrolet Nubira. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Chevrolet Nubira would be higher. At 2,486 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Escape (169 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Nubira. (120 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Nubira.
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, 2009 Ford Escape (171 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Nubira. (165 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Nubira.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Nubira | 2009 Ford Escape | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Nubira | Escape |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1798 cc | 2486 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 169 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1810 mm |
