2006 Ford Escape vs. 1997 Nissan Trailrunner
To start off, 2006 Ford Escape is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Nissan Trailrunner. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Nissan Trailrunner would be higher. At 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Escape (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1997 Nissan Trailrunner. (187 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1997 Nissan Trailrunner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Nissan Trailrunner weights approximately 60 kg more than 2006 Ford Escape.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2006 Ford Escape (262 Nm @ 4850 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Nissan Trailrunner. (200 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Nissan Trailrunner.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Escape | 1997 Nissan Trailrunner | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Escape | Trailrunner |
Year Released | 2006 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2997 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 262 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4850 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2530 mm |