2009 Nissan Rogue vs. 2009 Ford Escape
When comparing the 2009 Nissan Rogue's and the 2009 Ford Escape's specifications and ratings, the 2009 Nissan Rogue has the advantage in the area of resale value. The 2009 Ford Escape has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for used cars, reliability, interior volume, overall quality score and base engine power. The 2009 Nissan Rogue and 2009 Ford Escape have the same fuel efficiency. Based on this comparison of the 2009 Nissan Rogue's and the 2009 Ford Escape's specifications and ratings, the 2009 Ford Escape is a better car than the 2009 Nissan Rogue.
2009 Nissan Rogue vs. 2009 Ford Escape Pricing
A used 2009 Nissan Rogue ranges from $3,964 to $10,875 while a used 2009 Ford Escape is priced between $3,800 to $10,999.
2009 Nissan Rogue vs. 2009 Ford Escape Resale/Retained Value
Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the 2009 Nissan Rogue loses 42.9 percent of its value and the 2009 Ford Escape loses 49.7 percent of its value. This means the 2009 Nissan Rogue retains 6.7 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the 2009 Ford Escape.
2009 Nissan Rogue vs. 2009 Ford Escape Quality Rating
The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Nissan Rogue is 7.9 out of 10 while the Ford Escape's quality rating is 8.3 out of 10. This results in the Nissan Rogue being ranked 14 out of 19 Best Small SUVs and the Ford Escape being ranked 5 out of 19. Out of 56 Best 5-seater SUVs, the Nissan Rogue is ranked 31 and the Ford Escape is ranked 15. The Nissan Rogue is also ranked 34 out of 66 Best Crossover SUVs while the Ford Escape is ranked 13 out of 66.
2009 Nissan Rogue vs. 2009 Ford Escape Reliability Rating
iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the Nissan Rogue is 7.8 out of 10. For the Ford Escape the reliability rating is 8.3 out of 10. This gives the Ford Escape a slight advantage in reliability compared to the Nissan Rogue.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the 2009 Nissan Rogue’s base engine makes 170 horsepower, and the 2009 Ford Escape base engine makes 171 horsepower. Both the Rogue and the Escape are rated to deliver an average of 24 miles per gallon, with highway ranges of 429 and 462 miles respectively. Both models use gasoline.
Passenger Space Comparison
While both models are crossover/compact SUVs, the 2009 Ford Escape has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front shoulder room, rear head room, rear shoulder room, rear leg room, and cargo space. The 2009 Nissan Rogue has the advantage in the area of front leg room. The 2009 Nissan Rogue and 2009 Ford Escape are comparable in regards to front head room.
Safety Ratings Comparison
When comparing crash test ratings from NHTSA, the 2009 Ford Escape has higher safety ratings than the 2009 Nissan Rogue, with an average rating of 5 out of 5 Stars compared to 4.18 out of 5 Stars.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
3964 - 10875
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.429382
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
3800 - 10999
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.4967
Nissan Rogue Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
7.866801 / 10
Reliability:
7.820404 / 10
Retained Value:
7.6 / 10
Safety:
8.2 / 10
Ford Escape Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.271796 / 10
Reliability:
8.31539 / 10
Retained Value:
6.5 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
Nissan Rogue Rankings
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1 out of / 66Ranking
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8 out of / 19Ranking
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11 out of / 19Ranking
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13 out of / 26Ranking
13 out of / 19Ranking
14 out of / 56Ranking
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16 out of / 66Ranking
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40 out of / 56Ranking
47 out of / 66Ford Escape Rankings
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1 out of / 5Ranking
4 out of / 19Ranking
5 out of / 22Ranking
5 out of / 19Ranking
5 out of / 19Ranking
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5 out of / 11Ranking
6 out of / 19Ranking
7 out of / 26Ranking
8 out of / 22Ranking
9 out of / 19Ranking
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11 out of / 66Ranking
11 out of / 19Ranking
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15 out of / 56Ranking
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16 out of / 19Ranking
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20 out of / 56Ranking
21 out of / 58Ranking
21 out of / 56Ranking
21 out of / 49Ranking
26 out of / 56Ranking
27 out of / 66Ranking
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53 out of / 66Summary Review
The Nissan Rogue is a five-passenger SUV with a roomy cabin and excellent cargo capacity. The current Rogue was redesigned for the 2021 model year, with new models costing an average of $31,623 and 3-year-old models averaging $21,320.
Summary Review
The Ford Escape is a compact five-person SUV with a smooth ride and efficient engine options. The current Escape was redesigned for the 2020 model year, with new models costing an average of $29,828 and 3-year-old models averaging $20,407.
Pros and Cons
- Upscale cabin
- Roomy interior
- Impressive fuel economy
- Lackluster acceleration
- Noisy transmission
- High starting price
Pros and Cons
- Roomy interior
- Sharp handling with a smooth ride
- Wide range of powertrains
- Cheap interior materials
- Top trims are too pricey
- Small front seat cushions
Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
2009 Nissan Rogue Trim Levels
S, S SULEV, SL, SL SULEV
2009 Ford Escape Trim Levels
Limited, XLS, XLT
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
5 years / 60000 miles
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
4.18 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
5 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
170 hp @ 6000 rpm
Torque:
175 foot-lbs @ 4400 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.052 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
171 hp @ 6000 rpm
Torque:
171 foot-lbs @ 4500 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.052 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
1500 lbs
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2.5 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT Automatic)
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD / AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
22 / 27 / 24
Range (city/hwy):
350 / 429 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2.5 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Manual
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD / AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
22 / 28 / 24
Range (city/hwy):
363 / 462 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Standard/Optional Features
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Keyless Ignition:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Keyless Ignition:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Safety Equipment
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Equipment
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
40.4 inches
Front Leg Room:
42.5 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
55.9 inches
Rear Head Room:
38.3 inches
Rear Leg Room:
35.3 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
53.6 inches
Cargo Space:
28.9 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
57.9 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
126.4 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
40.4 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.6 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
56.6 inches
Rear Head Room:
39.2 inches
Rear Leg Room:
35.6 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
55.9 inches
Cargo Space:
29.2 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
66.3 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
128.7 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3281 lbs
Width:
70.9 inches
Height:
65.3 inches
Length:
182.9 inches
Wheelbase:
105.9 inches
Ground Clearance:
8.3 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3272 lbs
Width:
81.3 inches
Height:
67.9 inches
Length:
174.7 inches
Wheelbase:
103.1 inches
Ground Clearance:
8.4 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
16.0 x 6.5 inches
Wheel Type:
steel
Tire Size:
P215/70R16
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
16.0 x 6.5 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
P235/70R16