2009 Ford Escape vs. 2013 Nissan Versa
To start off, 2013 Nissan Versa is newer by 4 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 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 45 more horse power than 2013 Nissan Versa. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 2013 Nissan Versa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Nissan Versa weights approximately 114 kg more than 2009 Ford Escape.
Because 2009 Ford Escape is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Nissan Versa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Ford Escape 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, 2009 Ford Escape (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Nissan Versa. (145 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Nissan Versa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Escape | 2013 Nissan Versa | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Escape | Versa |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2488 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4455 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1695 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1514 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.9 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 8.3 L/100km | 7.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 41 L |
