Ford Escape vs Nissan Murano
Overview | |
Years produced2003-2007 | Years produced2001-Present |
MSRP$40,470 | MSRP$28,000 |
Listings9388 | Listings9532 |
Ratings & Reviews | |
User Reviews | User Reviews |
Expert reviews7.5 out of 10 | Expert reviews6.2 out of 10 |
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Reviews SummaryThe fourth generation of the Murano comes with a new powertrain and lots of new features, including tech and comfort options making their way into this lineup for the first time ever. Yet Nissan has also, for some reason, felt it necessary to take away certain desirable offerings that used to be more affordably accessible. It sits at the upper end of the automaker’s crossover and SUV range, above the Nissan Kicks, the Nissan Rogue, the Nissan Pathfinder, and the Nissan Ariya, but below the larger Nissan Armada. Verdict: We’ve got a lot of good things to say about this new Murano. The downgrades stick in our craw, but in reality, they represent just a small handful of the many changes that are generally quite positive. | |
Reviews SummaryReportedly, Ford will discontinue the Escape at the end of the current fourth-generation run. Once among the most popular vehicles in its class, Ford recently zigged with the Escape’s design and positioning when the market zagged. Boxy, rugged-looking crossovers are what people want, not soft and sophisticated pseudo-cars like the current Escape. Fortunately, Ford has the Bronco Sport in its lineup, which is getting all of the automaker’s attention. Meanwhile, the 2024 Ford Escape receives no major changes following a substantial makeover in 2023, though it appears the Base trim is canceled. | |
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Popular Features & Specs | |
Engine2.0L 241 hp I4 | Engine1.5L 180 hp I3 |
Drive TrainFWD | Drive TrainFWD |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity5 |
Horsepower241 hp @ 5600 rpm | Horsepower180 hp @ 6000 rpm |
MPG City21 | MPG City27 |
MPG Highway27 | MPG Highway34 |
Engine | |
Engine Name2.0L 241 hp I4 | Engine Name1.5L 180 hp I3 |
Torque260 lb-ft @ 4400 rpm | Torque199 lb-ft @ 3000 rpm |
Horsepower241 hp @ 5600 rpm | Horsepower180 hp @ 6000 rpm |
DrivetrainFWD | DrivetrainFWD |
Fuel Economy | |
MPG City21 | MPG City27 |
MPG Highway27 | MPG Highway34 |
Interior | |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity5 |
Safety | |
Front Crash Overall4 | Front Crash Overall5 |
Side Crash Overall5 | Side Crash Overall5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | |
Cargo Space32.9 cu ft | Cargo Space37.5 cu ft |
Curb Weight4193 lbs | Curb Weight3291 lbs |
Height67.9 in | Height66.0 in |
Length192.9 in | Length180.1 in |
Width87.7 in | Width85.6 in |
Wheelbase111.2 in | Wheelbase106.7 in |
Maximum Payload1407 lbs | Maximum Payload |
Number of doors4 | Number of doors4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity1500 lbs | Maximum Towing Capacity2000 lbs |
Overview | ||
Years produced | 2003-2007 | 2001-Present |
MSRP | $40,470 | $28,000 |
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Ratings & Reviews | ||
User reviews | ||
Expert reviews | 7.5 out of 10Read full review | 6.2 out of 10Read full review |
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Summary | The fourth generation of the Murano comes with a new powertrain and lots of new features, including tech and comfort options making their way into this lineup for the first time ever. Yet Nissan has also, for some reason, felt it necessary to take away certain desirable offerings that used to be more affordably accessible. It sits at the upper end of the automaker’s crossover and SUV range, above the Nissan Kicks, the Nissan Rogue, the Nissan Pathfinder, and the Nissan Ariya, but below the larger Nissan Armada. Verdict: We’ve got a lot of good things to say about this new Murano. The downgrades stick in our craw, but in reality, they represent just a small handful of the many changes that are generally quite positive. | Reportedly, Ford will discontinue the Escape at the end of the current fourth-generation run. Once among the most popular vehicles in its class, Ford recently zigged with the Escape’s design and positioning when the market zagged. Boxy, rugged-looking crossovers are what people want, not soft and sophisticated pseudo-cars like the current Escape. Fortunately, Ford has the Bronco Sport in its lineup, which is getting all of the automaker’s attention. Meanwhile, the 2024 Ford Escape receives no major changes following a substantial makeover in 2023, though it appears the Base trim is canceled. |
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Popular Features & Specs | ||
Engine | 2.0L 241 hp I4 | 1.5L 180 hp I3 |
Drive Train | FWD | FWD |
Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
Horsepower | 241 hp @ 5600 rpm | 180 hp @ 6000 rpm |
MPG City | 21 | 27 |
MPG Highway | 27 | 34 |
Engine | ||
Engine Name | 2.0L 241 hp I4 | 1.5L 180 hp I3 |
Torque | 260 lb-ft @ 4400 rpm | 199 lb-ft @ 3000 rpm |
Horsepower | 241 hp @ 5600 rpm | 180 hp @ 6000 rpm |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD |
Fuel Economy | ||
MPG City | 21 | 27 |
MPG Highway | 27 | 34 |
Interior | ||
Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
Safety | ||
Front Crash Overall | 4 | 5 |
Side Crash Overall | 5 | 5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | ||
Cargo Space | 32.9 cu ft | 37.5 cu ft |
Curb Weight | 4193 lbs | 3291 lbs |
Height | 67.9 in | 66.0 in |
Length | 192.9 in | 180.1 in |
Width | 87.7 in | 85.6 in |
Wheelbase | 111.2 in | 106.7 in |
Maximum Payload | 1407 lbs | |
Number of doors | 4 | 4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity | 1500 lbs | 2000 lbs |
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