2009 Ford Escape vs. 2002 Nissan Terrano II
To start off, 2009 Ford Escape is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Nissan Terrano II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Nissan Terrano II would be higher. At 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Escape (153 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2002 Nissan Terrano II. (117 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 2002 Nissan Terrano II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Nissan Terrano II weights approximately 784 kg more than 2009 Ford Escape.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2002 Nissan Terrano II (197 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Escape. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2002 Nissan Terrano II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford Escape | 2002 Nissan Terrano II | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Escape | Terrano II |
Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2488 cc | 2389 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 117 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 184 Nm | 197 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2660 mm |