2009 Ford Escape vs. 2006 Nissan Micra
To start off, 2009 Ford Escape is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Nissan Micra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Nissan Micra would be higher. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Escape (171 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2006 Nissan Micra. (81 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 2006 Nissan Micra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Micra weights approximately 77 kg more than 2009 Ford Escape.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 2009 Ford Escape (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Nissan Micra. (185 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Nissan Micra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Escape | 2006 Nissan Micra | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Escape | Micra |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 232 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 972 kg | 1049 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 4.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 46 L |
