Ford Escape vs Nissan Rogue

Nissan Rogue vs Ford Escape: Performance 

Let’s take a look at the performance available from the standard engines of these two SUVs.

Standard Engine Comparison

	Horsepower	Torque
Ford Escape: 1.5L EcoBoost®	180 horsepower	199 lb-ft
Nissan Rogue: 1.5L 3-cylinder	201 horsepower	225 lb-ft

Both standard engines provide drivers with plenty of power. So, what’s the difference?

The 2023 Ford Escape offers three additional engines. These include a 2.0L EcoBoost^® engine that generates up to 250 horsepower and a 2.5L plug-in hybrid engine that lets you recharge its motor from home. Drivers may find more versatility with the Ford Escape.

Towing Capacity

Each one of these SUVs has an optional tow hitch. Which one has more power?

The Ford Escape has greater towing capacity. Its standard towing capacity is 2,000 pounds, but it can flex up to 3,500 pounds. This is more than the Nissan Rogue. The Nissan SUV is also very powerful and can tow up to 1,500 pounds.*

What does this mean? In both SUVs, you can haul:

• Trailers
• Boats
• ATVs

If you need more towing capacity for a small camper or work equipment, you may be able to find that power in the Ford Escape.

Escape vs Rogue: Interior 

Having enough space for your family or your gear is crucial when looking at midsize SUVs. The 2023 Ford Escape and 2023 Nissan Rogue both seat five and offer a comfortable amount of space.

Inside the Escape, you’ll have 42.4 inches of front legroom and 40.7 inches of rear legroom. The second row can fold down for more space, thanks to the 60/40 split-fold backseat. With the seats up, there’s 37.5 cubic feet of storage. With the seats folded down, there’s 65.4 cubic feet of storage space.

Interior Area	Ford Escape	Nissan Rogue
Front Legroom	42.4 inches	41.5 inches
Rear Legroom	40.7 inches	38.5 inches
Cargo Capacity	37.5 cubic feet	36.8 inches
Maximum Cargo Capacity	65.4 cubic feet	72 cubic feet

The interior of the Nissan Rogue has very similar dimensions, with 41.5 inches of front legroom and 38.5 inches of rear legroom. Like the Escape, it has folding seats to allow for more cargo room. There are 36.8 cubic feet with the seats up and up to 72 cubic feet of space with the seats down.

What do these numbers add up to? You’ll be comfortable in both SUVs, but the Nissan Rogue offers an edge in total cargo space and interior design.

Infotainment & Driver Assistance

Having lots of space is great, but infotainment and driver-assistance technology are just as important. Both the Ford Escape and Nissan Rogue are equipped with lots of technology.

Both the Ford and Nissan SUV have an array of driver-assistance technology that helps you have a smarter and safer drive. These features include:

• Blind Spot Warning
• Emergency Automatic Braking
• Forward Collision Warning

For entertainment and navigation, both have a color touchscreen on the dashboard. You’ll have access to integrative apps like Apple CarPlay® and Android Auto™. These apps also let drivers send and receive messages, as well as listen to playlists and podcasts while you keep your hands on the wheel.

With this overlapping technology, you’ll enjoy driving either SUV. How can you find which blend of performance, interior design, and technology is right for you?