2000 Ford Escort vs. 2006 Nissan Quest
To start off, 2006 Nissan Quest is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ford Escort would be higher. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Quest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Quest (240 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 2000 Ford Escort. (128 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Quest weights approximately 1192 kg more than 2000 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Nissan Quest 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 2006 Nissan Quest. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Ford Escort, 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, 2006 Nissan Quest (328 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Escort. (175 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Ford Escort | 2006 Nissan Quest | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Escort | Quest |
Year Released | 2000 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1983 cc | 3491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 128 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 328 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1124 kg | 2316 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 5190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3160 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 76 L |