2006 Ford Escape vs. 2011 Nissan Cube
To start off, 2011 Nissan Cube 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 2,261 cc, 2006 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Escape (153 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2011 Nissan Cube. (122 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 2011 Nissan Cube. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Escape weights approximately 447 kg more than 2011 Nissan Cube. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Ford Escape is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Nissan Cube. 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 (206 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Nissan Cube. (172 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Nissan Cube.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Escape | 2011 Nissan Cube | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Escape | Cube |
Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2261 cc | 1800 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 122 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 206 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1268 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1694 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1651 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 50 L |