2006 Nissan Patrol vs. 2012 Ford Escape
To start off, 2012 Ford Escape is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Nissan Patrol. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Nissan Patrol would be higher. At 2,953 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford Escape (171 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2006 Nissan Patrol. (156 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 2006 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 914 kg more than 2012 Ford Escape.
Because 2006 Nissan Patrol is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Ford Escape. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Patrol 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 Nissan Patrol (354 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Ford Escape. (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Nissan Patrol | 2012 Ford Escape | |
| Make | Nissan | Ford |
| Model | Patrol | Escape |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2953 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 156 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 354 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2412 kg | 1498 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4437 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1806 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1725 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2619 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 66 L |
