2006 Ford Escape vs. 2011 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2011 Nissan Altima is newer by 5 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Altima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Altima (198 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2006 Ford Escape. (133 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Altima should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Escape weights approximately 141 kg more than 2011 Nissan Altima.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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.
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2006 Ford Escape | 2011 Nissan Altima | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Escape | Altima |
Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2259 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 133 HP | 198 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1574 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4844 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1796 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1481 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2776 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.6 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 6.5 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 76 L |