2006 Ford Escape vs. 1960 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2006 Ford Escape is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Nissan Patrol. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Nissan Patrol would be higher. At 3,956 cc (6 cylinders), 1960 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Escape (133 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1960 Nissan Patrol. (120 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1960 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 85 kg more than 2006 Ford Escape.
Because 1960 Nissan Patrol is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Ford Escape. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1960 Nissan Patrol 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, 1960 Nissan Patrol (295 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Escape. (168 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1960 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Escape. 2006 Ford Escape has automatic transmission and 1960 Nissan Patrol has manual transmission. 1960 Nissan Patrol will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Ford Escape will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Escape | 1960 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Escape | Patrol |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1960 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2259 cc | 3956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 295 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2510 mm |
