2008 Nissan Navara vs. 2011 Ford Escape
To start off, 2011 Ford Escape is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Nissan Navara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Nissan Navara would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Navara (172 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2011 Ford Escape. (171 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Navara should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Navara weights approximately 566 kg more than 2011 Ford Escape. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Nissan Navara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Ford Escape. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Navara 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, 2008 Nissan Navara (403 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford Escape. (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Navara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford Escape. 2011 Ford Escape has automatic transmission and 2008 Nissan Navara has manual transmission. 2008 Nissan Navara will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Ford Escape will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Nissan Navara | 2011 Ford Escape | |
Make | Nissan | Ford |
Model | Navara | Escape |
Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2488 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 172 HP | 171 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 403 Nm | 232 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2032 kg | 1466 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4437 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1806 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1725 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2619 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 66 L |