2007 Dodge Nitro vs. 2005 Ford Escape
To start off, 2007 Dodge Nitro is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Escape. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Escape would be higher. At 3,699 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Nitro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Nitro (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2005 Ford Escape. (154 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Nitro should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Escape.
Because 2007 Dodge Nitro is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Dodge Nitro. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford Escape, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2007 Dodge Nitro (319 Nm) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Escape. (206 Nm). This means 2007 Dodge Nitro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Nitro | 2005 Ford Escape | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Nitro | Escape |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3699 cc | 2302 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 62 L |
