2006 Ford Escape vs. 2007 Nissan Almera
To start off, 2007 Nissan Almera is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford Escape. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford Escape would be higher. At 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Escape (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2007 Nissan Almera. (110 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan Almera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Almera weights approximately 128 kg more than 2006 Ford Escape.
Because 2006 Ford Escape is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Nissan Almera. 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 (262 Nm @ 4850 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan Almera. (248 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan Almera.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Escape | 2007 Nissan Almera | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Escape | Almera |
Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2997 cc | 2184 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 110 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 262 Nm | 248 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4850 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1348 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2540 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 60 L |