2011 Nissan Maxima vs. 2012 Ford Escape
To start off, 2012 Ford Escape is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Nissan Maxima. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Nissan Maxima would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Maxima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Maxima (290 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 2012 Ford Escape. (171 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Maxima should accelerate faster than 2012 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Maxima weights approximately 108 kg more than 2012 Ford Escape. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2011 Nissan Maxima (353 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Ford Escape. (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Maxima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Nissan Maxima | 2012 Ford Escape | |
Make | Nissan | Ford |
Model | Maxima | Escape |
Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3500 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 290 HP | 171 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 353 Nm | 232 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 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 | 1606 kg | 1498 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4841 mm | 4437 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1859 mm | 1806 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1468 mm | 1725 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2776 mm | 2619 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 66 L |