2009 Ford Escape vs. 2012 Nissan NV
To start off, 2012 Nissan NV is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Ford Escape. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Ford Escape would be higher. At 5,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Nissan NV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan NV (317 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 2009 Ford Escape. (171 HP @ 6550 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan NV should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan NV weights approximately 1742 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.
Because 2012 Nissan NV 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 2012 Nissan NV. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2012 Nissan NV (521 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Escape. (302 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan NV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Escape | 2012 Nissan NV | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Escape | NV |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2975 cc | 5600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6550 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 302 Nm | 521 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 2708 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 6111 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2029 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 2156 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3711 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 106 L |
