2009 Ford Escape vs. 2004 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2009 Ford Escape is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Nissan Frontier. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Nissan Frontier would be higher. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Frontier (210 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2009 Ford Escape. (171 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 859 kg more than 2009 Ford Escape. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Nissan Frontier (334 Nm) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Escape. (232 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford Escape | 2004 Nissan Frontier | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Escape | Frontier |
Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 171 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 232 Nm | 334 Nm |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 972 kg | 1831 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3340 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.4 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 73 L |