2010 Nissan Sentra vs. 2012 Ford Escape
To start off, 2012 Ford Escape is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Nissan Sentra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Nissan Sentra would be higher. Both 2010 Nissan Sentra and 2012 Ford Escape are equipped with a 2,500 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Sentra (177 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2012 Ford Escape. (171 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Sentra should accelerate faster than 2012 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Escape weights approximately 102 kg more than 2010 Nissan Sentra.
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, 2010 Nissan Sentra (233 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Ford Escape. (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan Sentra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Nissan Sentra | 2012 Ford Escape | |
Make | Nissan | Ford |
Model | Sentra | Escape |
Year Released | 2010 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2500 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 171 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 233 Nm | 232 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | CVT | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1396 kg | 1498 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4575 mm | 4437 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1791 mm | 1806 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1511 mm | 1725 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2685 mm | 2619 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.8 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9.8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 66 L |