If you’re searching for your next SUV, Yaklin Ford has exactly what you want in the 2017 Ford Escape! This sleek and sporty SUV turns heads as it drives by and grabs passengers attention with modern details inside. Today two Richwood SUVs, the Nissan Rogue and Ford Escape battle it out. The Nissan Rogue makes a valiant effort to pass the Escape, but the Escape pulls ahead with the win. See how the Ford Escape comes out on top in this comparison.
2017 Ford Escape |
2017 Nissan Rogue |
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There are over 4 times as many Ford dealers so finding a dealer for service is quick and easy |
Finding a Nissan dealer in your location might be more difficult for service appointments |
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1.5 turbo 4 cylinder produces 179 HP and 177 lbs.-ft. torque |
2.5 DOHC 4 cylinder produces 176 HP and 175 lbs.-ft. torque |
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Accelerates faster clocking in at 8.9 seconds to reach 60 MPH |
Reaches 60 MPH at a slower speed than the Escape |
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For longer ranges between fill-ups the Escape comes with larger fuel capacity |
The Rogue does not offer as large of a fuel tank |
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Standard front and rear gas-charged shocks for better control on choppy roads |
Does not offer gas-charged shocks |
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Drift compensation steering can automatically compensate for road conditions that cause the Escape to drift |
Does not offer drift compensation steering |
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With rear seat up, the Escape offers 34 cubic feet cargo area |
With rear seat up, the Rogue only offers 9.4 cubic feet cargo area |
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Standard 1500 lbs. towing capacity |
Standard 1000 lbs. towing capacity |
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Maximum 3500 lbs. towing capacity |
Max 1000 lbs. towing capacity |
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Standard telescoping steering wheel |
Does not offer this type of steering wheel |
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Standard speed-sensitive wipers speed up and slow down when the vehicle does to prevent constant changes in speed |
Manually variably intermittent wipers must be continually adjusted. |
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Standard automatic headlight on/off feature |
The Rogue has an automatic headlight on/off features standard only on the SV/SL |
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Offers optional 115-volt a/c outlet |
Does not offer a house-current electrical outlet |
It’s clear to us how the Ford Escape takes the trophy home for top SUV. Stop by Yaklin Ford to test-drive a 2017 Ford Escape to see these features in action, and more! When it comes to Richwood SUVS, the Ford Escape offers top technology, performance and dependability.
