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2019 Ford Escape vs. 2019 Nissan Rogue

iSeeCars' unbiased and data-driven comparison of the 2019 Ford Escape and 2019 Nissan Rogue contrasts the two cars across a broad spectrum of vehicle specifications to determine which car is better. In addition to comparing pricing and specs, iSeeCars uses all the ratings, rankings, and insights from its comprehensive analyses of each vehicle model, including calculations of reliability, safety, depreciation, value retention, and the vehicle's projected lifetime recalls (based on analyzing over 25 billion data points). This in-depth evaluation is used to identify which vehicle represents a better overall choice for shoppers who are considering both the 2019 Ford Escape and the 2019 Nissan Rogue.

When we compare the 2019 Ford Escape's and the 2019 Nissan Rogue's specifications and ratings, the 2019 Ford Escape has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for used cars, reliability and overall quality score. The 2019 Nissan Rogue has the advantage in the areas of fuel efficiency, resale value, interior volume and base engine power. Based on this comparison of the 2019 Ford Escape's and the 2019 Nissan Rogue's specifications and ratings, the 2019 Nissan Rogue is a better car than the 2019 Ford Escape.

Pricing: A used 2019 Ford Escape ranges from $13,404 to $22,895 while a used 2019 Nissan Rogue is priced between $14,374 to $23,912.

Resale/Retained Value: Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the 2019 Ford Escape loses 46.4 percent of its value and the 2019 Nissan Rogue loses 42.6 percent of its value. This means the 2019 Nissan Rogue retains 3.8 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the 2019 Ford Escape.

Quality Rating: The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Ford Escape is 8.6 out of 10 while the Nissan Rogue's quality rating is 8.1 out of 10. This results in the Ford Escape being ranked 3 out of 19 Best Small SUVs and the Nissan Rogue being ranked 11 out of 19. Out of 67 Best Crossover SUVs, the Ford Escape is ranked 13 and the Nissan Rogue is ranked 29.

Reliability Rating: iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the Ford Escape is 8.2 out of 10. For the Nissan Rogue the reliability rating is 8.0 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 2019 Ford Escape’s base engine makes 168 horsepower, and the 2019 Nissan Rogue base engine makes 170 horsepower. The Escape is rated to deliver an average of 18 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 455 miles. The Rogue is rated to deliver an average of 29 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 479 miles. This gives the 2019 Nissan Rogue the fuel efficiency and maximum range advantage over the 2019 Ford Escape. The Escape uses e85, regular unleaded, and the Rogue uses regular unleaded.

Passenger Space Comparison: While both models are crossover/compact SUVs, the 2019 Nissan Rogue has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front head room, front shoulder room, rear shoulder room, rear leg room, and cargo space. The 2019 Ford Escape has the advantage in the areas of front leg room and rear head room.

Safety Ratings: When comparing crash test ratings from NHTSA, the 2019 Ford Escape has higher safety ratings than the 2019 Nissan Rogue, with an average rating of 5 out of 5 Stars compared to 4.30 out of 5 Stars.

Overview

The Ford Escape and Nissan Rogue are compact SUVs, which makes space a priority. While front seats have comparable room, there’s more room in the rear seats of the Escape. When it comes to comfort, however, the Rogue has superior front seats with a good balance between comfort an support. If it’s cargo room that’s your priority, then the Rogue is a better choice with more room for cargo and a low load floor that makes loading heavy cargo easier. Gas engines in the two are well-matched in both performance and fuel economy, but the hybrids available for the Escape make it a better choice for long-distance commuters. The Escape is priced slightly lower than the Rogue, making it more affordable. The downside is a lackluster interior that has lower quality materials than what you’ll find in the more attractive Rogue.

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New Car Pricing

Asking Price:

-

Starting MSRP:

$24,105

Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Compact SUVs)

$24,516

Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Compact SUVs)

$23,350 - $26,345

New Car Pricing

Asking Price:

-

Starting MSRP:

$25,020

Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Compact SUVs)

$24,516

Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Compact SUVs)

$23,350 - $26,345

Used Car Pricing

Avg Used Car Price:

$17,946

Price Range:

$13,404 - $22,895

Category Avg Price:
(Compact SUVs)

$20,157

Category Avg Price Range:
(Compact SUVs)

$16,854 - $25,234

# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:

1,170

Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:

73,091

# Good or Great Deals:

542

Used Car Pricing

Avg Used Car Price:

$18,877

Price Range:

$14,374 - $23,912

Category Avg Price:
(Compact SUVs)

$20,157

Category Avg Price Range:
(Compact SUVs)

$16,854 - $25,234

# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:

852

Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:

74,474

# Good or Great Deals:

361

Ford Escape Scores & Rankings

Overall Score:

8.6 / 10

Reliability:

8.2 / 10

Retained Value:

7.6 / 10

Safety:

10.0 / 10

Nissan Rogue Scores & Rankings

Overall Score:

8.1 / 10

Reliability:

8.0 / 10

Retained Value:

7.9 / 10

Safety:

8.6 / 10



iSeeCars Reliability Insights for 2019 Ford Escape

Remaining Life Expectancy (years):

5.2

Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:
(Compact SUVs)

5.8

Category Remaining Life Expectancy Range:
(Compact SUVs)

4.9 - 8.4

Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:

14.2%

iSeeCars Reliability Insights for 2019 Nissan Rogue

Remaining Life Expectancy (years):

6.1

Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:
(Compact SUVs)

5.8

Category Remaining Life Expectancy Range:
(Compact SUVs)

4.9 - 8.4

Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:

17%



Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls

Expected Lifetime Recalls:

2.6

Typical Category Recalls:
(Compact SUVs)

3.6

Category Range for Recalls:
(Compact SUVs)

1.7 - 21

Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls

Expected Lifetime Recalls:

2.9

Typical Category Recalls:
(Compact SUVs)

3.6

Category Range for Recalls:
(Compact SUVs)

1.7 - 21

Ford Escape Rankings

Best Family Small SUVs

1 / 19

Best Crossover SUVs Under $30k

2 / 20

Best Small SUVs Under $30k

2 / 14

Best Small SUVs

3 / 19

Best Small SUVs for Towing

3 / 19

Small SUVs with the Most Legroom

4 / 19

Best Small SUVs for the Money

4 / 13

Most Affordable Small SUVs

5 / 19

Small SUVs with the Most Horsepower

5 / 19

Most Comfortable Small SUVs

5 / 19

Best Crossover SUVs for the Money

6 / 30

Best Gas Mileage Small SUVs

6 / 19

Most Reliable Small SUVs

6 / 19

Safest Crossover SUVs

8 / 67

Best Small SUVs for Tall People

9 / 19

Best Gas Mileage Crossover SUVs

10 / 67

Best Family Crossover SUVs

10 / 67

Crossover SUVs with the Most Legroom

11 / 67

Small SUVs with the Most Cargo Space

11 / 19

Best Crossover SUVs

13 / 67

Most Affordable Crossover SUVs

17 / 59

Best Off-road Small SUVs

17 / 19

Most Comfortable Crossover SUVs

19 / 67

Small SUVs with Best Resale Value

19 / 19

Most Reliable Crossover SUVs

21 / 67

Best Crossover SUVs for Towing

28 / 67

Best Crossover SUVs for Tall People

30 / 67

Crossover SUVs with the Most Horsepower

35 / 67

Crossover SUVs with the Most Cargo Space

38 / 67

Best Off-road Crossover SUVs

46 / 67

Crossover SUVs with Best Resale Value

54 / 67

Nissan Rogue Rankings

Best Gas Mileage Crossover SUVs

1 / 67

Best Gas Mileage SUVs with 3 Rows

1 / 39

Best Gas Mileage Small SUVs

1 / 19

Best SUVs with 3 Rows for the Money

2 / 21

Best Small SUVs for Tall People

3 / 19

Best SUVs with 3 Rows Under $30k

3 / 4

Most Affordable SUVs with 3 Rows

4 / 34

Most Comfortable Small SUVs

4 / 19

Best Small SUVs for the Money

5 / 13

Best Crossover SUVs for the Money

7 / 30

Small SUVs with the Most Cargo Space

7 / 19

Small SUVs with the Most Horsepower

8 / 19

Most Reliable Small SUVs

9 / 19

SUVs with 3 Rows with Best Resale Value

10 / 39

Best Crossover SUVs Under $30k

10 / 20

Best Small SUVs Under $30k

10 / 14

Best Small SUVs

11 / 19

Best Off-road Small SUVs

11 / 19

Small SUVs with Best Resale Value

12 / 19

Best Crossover SUVs for Tall People

13 / 67

Most Affordable Small SUVs

14 / 19

Small SUVs with the Most Legroom

14 / 19

Best Small SUVs for Towing

16 / 19

Most Comfortable Crossover SUVs

17 / 67

Best SUVs with 3 Rows for Tall People

19 / 39

Most Comfortable SUVs with 3 Rows

19 / 39

Best SUVs with 3 Rows

20 / 39

Safest SUVs with 3 Rows

21 / 39

Most Reliable SUVs with 3 Rows

24 / 39

Most Affordable Crossover SUVs

26 / 59

Most Reliable Crossover SUVs

27 / 67

Best Off-road SUVs with 3 Rows

27 / 39

Crossover SUVs with the Most Cargo Space

28 / 67

Best Off-road Crossover SUVs

28 / 67

Best Crossover SUVs

29 / 67

SUVs with 3 Rows with the Most Legroom

30 / 39

SUVs with 3 Rows with the Most Cargo Space

31 / 39

Best SUVs with 3 Rows for Towing

33 / 39

SUVs with 3 Rows with the Most Horsepower

36 / 39

Crossover SUVs with the Most Legroom

37 / 67

Crossover SUVs with Best Resale Value

38 / 67

Crossover SUVs with the Most Horsepower

39 / 67

Safest Crossover SUVs

46 / 67

Best Crossover SUVs for Towing

48 / 67

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.

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Summary 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.

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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

Pros and Cons

  • Upscale cabin
  • Roomy interior
  • Impressive fuel economy

  • Lackluster acceleration
  • Noisy transmission
  • High starting price

Available Body Styles

SUV

Available Body Styles

SUV

Available Drivetrain Options

Flex Fuel, Gasoline

Available Drivetrain Options

Gasoline

2019 Ford Escape Trim Levels

S, SE, SEL, Titanium

2019 Nissan Rogue Trim Levels

S, SL, SV

Warranty Information

Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:

3 years / 36000 miles

Warranty, Powertrain:

5 years / 60000 miles

Warranty, Roadside Assistance:

5 years / 60000 miles

Warranty Information

Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:

3 years / 36000 miles

Warranty, Powertrain:

5 years / 60000 miles

Warranty, Roadside Assistance:

3 years / 36000 miles

Safety Ratings

NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):

5 out of 5 Stars

2024 NHTSA Overall Rating:

4 out of 5 Stars

2024 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:

5 out of 5 Stars

2024 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:

5 out of 5 Stars

2024 NHTSA Rollover Rating:

4 out of 5 Stars

IIHS Safety Rating:

Not yet available

Safety Ratings

NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):

4.30 out of 5 Stars

2024 NHTSA Overall Rating:

4 out of 5 Stars

2024 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:

4 out of 5 Stars

2024 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:

5 out of 5 Stars

2024 NHTSA Rollover Rating:

4 out of 5 Stars

IIHS Safety Rating:

Not yet available

Base Drivetrain Specs

Horsepower:

168 hp @ 6000 rpm

Torque:

170 foot-lbs @ 4500 rpm

Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):

0.048 hp per pound

Towing capacity:

Not yet available

Base Drivetrain Specs

Horsepower:

170 hp @ 6000 rpm

Torque:

175 foot-lbs @ 4400 rpm

Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):

0.049 hp per pound

Towing capacity:

Not yet available

Engine Specifications

Engine Size:

2.5 liters

Engine Configuration:

Inline

Number of Cylinders:

4

Transmission:

Automatic

Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:

FWD / AWD

EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):


15 / 22 / 18

Range (city/hwy):

330 / 455 miles

Recommended Fuel Type:

E85, Regular Unleaded

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):


26 / 33 / 29

Range (city/hwy):

377 / 479 miles

Recommended Fuel Type:

Regular Unleaded

Standard/Optional Features

Bench Seats:

Standard

Bluetooth:

Standard

Internet Radio:

Standard

Keyless Entry:

Standard

Power outlet:

Standard

Voice Recognition:

Standard

Adaptive Cruise Control:

Available

Alloy wheels:

Available

Android Auto:

Available

Apple CarPlay:

Available

Automatic Parking:

Available

Heated Seats

Available

Heated Steering Wheel:

Available

Keyless Ignition:

Available

Leather Upholstery:

Available

Navigation System:

Available

Parking Sensors:

Available

Power Lift Gate:

Available

Roof Rack:

Available

Satellite radio:

Available

Sunroof/Moonroof:

Available

Trailer Hitch:

Available

Wifi:

Available

Air Suspension:

N/A

Captain's seat:

N/A

Cooled/Ventilated Seats:

N/A

Front Bench Seats:

N/A

Massage Seats:

N/A

Paddle Shifters:

N/A

Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof

N/A

Quad Seats:

N/A

Roadside assistance:

N/A

Wireless Smartphone Charging:

N/A

Standard/Optional Features

Bench Seats:

Standard

Bluetooth:

Standard

Internet Radio:

Standard

Keyless Entry:

Standard

Power outlet:

Standard

Voice Recognition:

Standard

Adaptive Cruise Control:

Available

Alloy wheels:

Available

Android Auto:

Standard

Apple CarPlay:

Standard

Automatic Parking:

N/A

Heated Seats

Available

Heated Steering Wheel:

Available

Keyless Ignition:

Available

Leather Upholstery:

Available

Navigation System:

Available

Parking Sensors:

Standard

Power Lift Gate:

Available

Roof Rack:

Available

Satellite radio:

Standard

Sunroof/Moonroof:

Available

Trailer Hitch:

N/A

Wifi:

Available

Air Suspension:

N/A

Captain's seat:

N/A

Cooled/Ventilated Seats:

N/A

Front Bench Seats:

N/A

Massage Seats:

N/A

Paddle Shifters:

N/A

Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof

N/A

Quad Seats:

N/A

Roadside assistance:

Available

Wireless Smartphone Charging:

N/A

Safety Features

Backup camera:

Standard

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 Features

Backup camera:

Standard

360-Degree Camera:

Available

Blind Spot Monitoring:

Standard

Driver Attention Monitoring:

N/A

Forward Collision Warning:

Standard

Lane Departure Warning:

Standard

Lane Keeping Assist:

Standard

Pedestrian Detection:

Standard

Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:

Standard

Rear Seat Reminder:

Standard

Interior Dimensions

Front Head Room:

39.9 inches

Front Leg Room:

43.1 inches

Front Shoulder Room:

55.9 inches

Rear Head Room:

39 inches

Rear Leg Room:

37.3 inches

Rear Shoulder Room:

55.2 inches

Cargo Space:

34 cubic feet

Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:

68 cubic feet

Overall Interior Volume:

132.7 cubic feet

Interior Dimensions

Front Head Room:

41.6 inches

Front Leg Room:

43 inches

Front Shoulder Room:

56.6 inches

Rear Head Room:

38.5 inches

Rear Leg Room:

37.9 inches

Rear Shoulder Room:

55.9 inches

Cargo Space:

39.3 cubic feet

Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:

70 cubic feet

Overall Interior Volume:

134.0 cubic feet

Exterior Dimensions

Curb Weight:

3522 lbs

Width:

81.8 inches

Height:

66.3 inches

Length:

178.1 inches

Wheelbase:

105.9 inches

Ground Clearance:

7.9 inches

Exterior Dimensions

Curb Weight:

3456 lbs

Width:

72.4 inches

Height:

66.3 inches

Length:

184.5 inches

Wheelbase:

106.5 inches

Ground Clearance:

7.8 inches

Standard Wheel/Tire Information

Wheel Size:

17.0 x 7.5 inches

Wheel Type:

steel

Tire Size:

P235/55R17

Standard Wheel/Tire Information

Wheel Size:

17.0 x 7.0 inches

Wheel Type:

steel

Tire Size:

225/65R17

Exterior Colors

Black

Agate Black

Blue

Lightning Blue

Gray

Magnetic

Green

Baltic Sea Green

Orange

Sedona Orange

Silver

Ingot Silver

White

Oxford White

Red

Not available

Exterior Colors

Black

Magnetic Black Pearl

Blue

Caspian Blue Metallic

Gray

Gun Metallic

Green

Not available

Orange

Not available

Silver

Brilliant Silver Metallic

White

Glacier White

Red

Scarlet Ember Tintcoat

Interior Colors

Black

Charcoal Black/Chromite Gray

Interior Colors

Black

Charcoal

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