2006 Ford Escape vs. 2003 Nissan Pickup
To start off, 2006 Ford Escape is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Nissan Pickup. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Nissan Pickup would be higher. At 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Escape (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2003 Nissan Pickup. (132 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 2003 Nissan Pickup. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Nissan Pickup weights approximately 545 kg more than 2006 Ford Escape.
Because 2003 Nissan Pickup 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, 2003 Nissan Pickup 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, 2003 Nissan Pickup (304 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Escape. (262 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 2003 Nissan Pickup will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Escape | 2003 Nissan Pickup | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Escape | Pickup |
Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2999 cc | 2488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 132 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 262 Nm | 304 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4850 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1765 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2960 mm |