2010 Ford Escape vs. 2010 Nissan Note
To start off, both 2010 Ford Escape and 2010 Nissan Note were released in the same year (2010). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Escape (265 HP) has 176 more horse power than 2010 Nissan Note. (89 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 2010 Nissan Note. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Escape weights approximately 893 kg more than 2010 Nissan Note. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Ford Escape is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Nissan Note. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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. 2010 Ford Escape has automatic transmission and 2010 Nissan Note has manual transmission. 2010 Nissan Note will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Ford Escape will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Ford Escape | 2010 Nissan Note | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Escape | Note |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 1386 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 89 HP |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1945 kg | 1052 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4717 mm | 4083 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1925 mm | 1691 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1702 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2824 mm | 2600 mm |
