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Compare Ford Escape vs Nissan Xterra

Ford Escape
2023 Ford Escape
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$28,000
Starting Price (MSRP)
7.8
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Nissan Xterra
2015 Nissan Xterra
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$25,710
Starting Price (MSRP)
N/A
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Overview

Engine
1.5L Turbo Inline-3 Gas
Engine
4.0L V6 Gas
Transmission
8-Speed Automatic
Transmission
5-Speed Automatic
Drivetrain
Front-Wheel Drive
Drivetrain
Four-Wheel Drive
Fuel Economy
N/A
Fuel Economy
City: 15 MPG
Hwy: 20 MPG
Fuel Tank Capacity
14.8 gallons
Fuel Tank Capacity
21.1 gallons
Seating Capacity
5 seater
Seating Capacity
5 seater

Photos

Ford Escape
2023 Ford Escape Rear Angle View
2023 Ford Escape Dashboard
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Nissan Xterra
2009-2015 Nissan Xterra Rear Angle View
2009-2015 Nissan Xterra Dashboard
33
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Performance Specs

Engine and Transmission

Engine
1.5L Turbo Inline-3 Gas
4.0L V6 Gas
Horsepower
180 hp @ 6000 rpm
261 hp @ 5600 rpm
Torque
199 lb-ft @ 3000 rpm
281 lb-ft @ 4000 rpm
Transmission
8-Speed Automatic
5-Speed Automatic
Drivetrain
Front-Wheel Drive
Four-Wheel Drive

Weight and Towing

Curb Weight
3,283 lbs
N/A
Maximum Towing Capacity
2,000 lbs
5,000 lbs
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Fuel and MPG

Fuel Economy

Combined
N/A
17 MPG
City
N/A
15 MPG
Highway
N/A
20 MPG

Emissions

CO2 Emissions @ 15K mi/year
N/A
10.4 (Est) Tons/yr

Fuel Tank

Fuel Tank Capacity
14.8 gallons
21.1 gallons
Cruising Range City
N/A
316.5 miles
Cruising Range Highway
N/A
422 miles

Dimensions and Measurement

Exterior Dimensions

Length
180.5 in
N/A
Height
66.1 in
74.9 in
Max Width
74.1 in
72.8 in
Front Width
62.4 in
61.8 in
Rear Width
61.8 in
61.8 in
Wheelbase
106.7 in
106.3 in
Ground Clearance
7.5 in
9.1 in

Interior Space

Seating Capacity
5 seater
5 seater
Front Seat Leg Room
42.4 in
42.4 in
Front Seat Headroom
40 in
39.9 in
Front Seat Shoulder Room
57.6 in
58.3 in
Front Seat Hip Room
55.2 in
55.9 in
Rear Seat Leg Room
40.7 in
34.4 in
Rear Seat Headroom
39.3 in
39.3 in
Rear Seat Shoulder Room
56 in
58.3 in
Rear Seat Hip Room
53.3 in
46.1 in

Cargo Space

Cargo Volume to Seat 1
65.4 ft³
65.7 ft³
Cargo Volume to Seat 2
37.5 ft³
36.3 ft³
Cargo Volume to Seat 3
37.5 ft³
36.3 ft³

Cargo Box Dimensions

Box Width (Wheelhousings)
41.4 in
N/A
Box Height (Area)
34.8 in
36.1 in

Wheels and Suspension

Steering

Steering Type
Rack-Pinion
Rack-Pinion
Turning Diameter
38.4 ft
37.3 ft

Wheels

Wheels Type
Steel Wheels
Steel Wheels
Front Wheel Size
17" x 7"
16" x 7"
Rear Wheel Size
17" x 7"
16" x 7"

Suspension

Front Suspension
Strut
N/A
Rear Suspension
Short And Long Arm
N/A

Tires

Front Tire
P225/65HR17
P265/70TR16
Rear Tire
P225/65HR17
P265/70TR16
Spare Tire
Compact
Full-Size

Colors and Materials

Standard Exterior Colors

  • Agate Black Metallic
  • Atlas Blue Metallic
  • Carbonized Gray Metallic
  • Iconic Silver Metallic
  • Oxford White
  • Vapor Blue Metallic
  • Brilliant Silver
  • Cayenne Red
  • Glacier
  • Lava Red
  • Metallic Blue
  • Night Armor
  • Solar Flare Yellow, Build Out:05/15/2015, *PRICE TO FOLLOW*
  • Super Black

Optional Exterior Colors

Cinnabar Red Metallic Premium Colorant
N/A

Standard Interior Materials

N/A
  • Gray, Cloth Seat Trim

Features and Options

Infotainment

Bluetooth Connection
Standard
Standard
Smart Device Integration
Standard
Not Available
WiFi Hotspot
Standard
Not Available
Auxiliary Audio Input
Standard
Standard
MP3 Player
Standard
Not Available

Interior Trim

Bucket Seats
Standard
Standard
Cloth Seats
Standard
Standard

Comfort

Steering Wheel Audio Controls
Not Available
Standard
Power Mirror(s)
Standard
Not Available
A/C
Standard
Standard
Cruise Control
Standard
Standard
Keyless Entry
Standard
Standard
Remote Engine Start
Standard
Not Available
Telematics
Standard
Not Available

Safety

Safety Features

Back-Up Camera
Standard
Not Available
Rear Parking Aid
Optional
Not Available
Blind Spot Monitor
Standard
Not Available
Lane Departure Warning
Standard
Not Available
Lane Keeping Assist
Standard
Not Available
ABS
Standard
Standard
Tire Pressure Monitor
Standard
Standard
Brake Assist
Standard
Not Available
Stability Control
Standard
Standard
Traction Control
Standard
Standard

US NHTSA Crash Test Result

Rollover Rating
N/A

Airbags

Driver Air Bag
Standard
Standard
Front Head Air Bag
Standard
Standard
Front Side Air Bag
Standard
Standard
Knee Air Bag
Standard
Not Available
Passenger Air Bag
Standard
Standard
Rear Head Air Bag
Standard
Standard

Warranty

Warranty Summary

Basic
3 Years / 36,000 Miles
3 Years / 36,000 Miles
Corrosion
5 Years / Unlimited Miles
5 Years / Unlimited Miles
Drivetrain
5 Years / 60,000 Miles
5 Years / 60,000 Miles
Roadside Assistance
5 Years / 60,000 Miles
N/A
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