2006 Ford Escape vs. 2004 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2006 Ford Escape is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Nissan Frontier. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Nissan Frontier would be higher. At 3,278 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Frontier (181 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2006 Ford Escape. (153 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Escape weights approximately 61 kg more than 2004 Nissan Frontier.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Nissan Frontier (274 Nm) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Escape. (206 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Escape | 2004 Nissan Frontier | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Escape | Frontier |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2261 cc | 3278 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 181 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 274 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 104 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 8.9:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1654 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 73 L |
