2006 Ford Escape vs. 2012 Nissan Qashqai
To start off, 2012 Nissan Qashqai is newer by 6 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 2,262 cc, 2006 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Escape (153 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2012 Nissan Qashqai. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 2012 Nissan Qashqai. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Qashqai weights approximately 211 kg more than 2006 Ford Escape.
Because 2006 Ford Escape is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Nissan Qashqai. 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 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Nissan Qashqai. (193 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Nissan Qashqai.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Escape | 2012 Nissan Qashqai | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Escape | Qashqai |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2262 cc | 1997 cc |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 193 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.4 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 90.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1431 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 65 L |
