2006 Ford Escape vs. 2003 Nissan R 390 GT1
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 R 390 GT1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Nissan R 390 GT1 would be higher. In terms of performance, 2003 Nissan R 390 GT1 (543 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 390 more horse power than 2006 Ford Escape. (153 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Nissan R 390 GT1 should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Escape weights approximately 122 kg more than 2003 Nissan R 390 GT1.
Because 2006 Ford Escape is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Nissan R 390 GT1. 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, 2003 Nissan R 390 GT1 (638 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 432 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Escape. (206 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2003 Nissan R 390 GT1 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 R 390 GT1 | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Escape | R 390 GT1 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 543 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 638 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1098 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2730 mm |
