2006 Ford Escape vs. 2006 Nissan 1400
To start off, both 2006 Ford Escape and 2006 Nissan 1400 were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,259 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Escape (133 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2006 Nissan 1400. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 2006 Nissan 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Escape weights approximately 140 kg more than 2006 Nissan 1400. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Nissan 1400 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Nissan 1400. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford Escape, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (168 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Nissan 1400. (97 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Nissan 1400. 2006 Ford Escape has automatic transmission and 2006 Nissan 1400 has manual transmission. 2006 Nissan 1400 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Ford Escape will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Escape | 2006 Nissan 1400 | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Escape | 1400 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2259 cc | 1397 cc |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 97 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.4 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.3:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 5700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 10 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 45 L |
