2006 Ford Escape vs. 1989 Nissan Laurel
To start off, 2006 Ford Escape is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Nissan Laurel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Nissan Laurel would be higher. At 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Nissan Laurel (202 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2006 Ford Escape. (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Nissan Laurel should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Nissan Laurel weights approximately 160 kg more than 2006 Ford Escape. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Ford Escape is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Nissan Laurel. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 1989 Nissan Laurel (264 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Escape. (262 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 1989 Nissan Laurel will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Escape | 1989 Nissan Laurel | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Escape | Laurel |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1989 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 262 Nm | 264 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4850 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2680 mm |
