2006 Ford Escape vs. 2000 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2006 Ford Escape is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Nissan Sentra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Nissan Sentra would be higher. At 2,261 cc, 2006 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Escape (153 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2000 Nissan Sentra. (152 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 2000 Nissan Sentra.
Because 2006 Ford Escape is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Nissan Sentra. 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, 2006 Ford Escape (206 Nm) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Nissan Sentra. (176 Nm). This means 2006 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Nissan Sentra.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Escape | 2000 Nissan Sentra | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Escape | Sentra |
Year Released | 2006 | 2000 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2261 cc | 1770 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 152 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 206 Nm | 176 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2540 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 73 L |