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Ford Escape vs. Nissan Sentra Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Ford Escape vs. Nissan Sentra Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $24,170

Nissan Sentra SE-R Spec V   
Difference: $3,715

Lowest Total Invoice: $22,424

Nissan Sentra SE-R Spec V   
Difference: $3,557

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year201220122009
ModelEscapeEscapeSentra
TrimXLTLimitedSE-R Spec V
Body4dr SUV4dr SUV4dr Sedan
Base Price $24,870 $26,370 $21,160
Base Invoice $23,222 $24,587 $19,729
Sun and SYNC Package 995    
3.0L V6 1,195 1,195  
Moon and Tune Package   895  
Sunroof     750
Limited-slip front differential     400
Audio Package     850
Auto-dimming rearview mirror     125
Floor mats     165
Sun and SYNC Package 846    
3.0L V6 1,088 1,088  
Moon and Tune Package   761  
Sunroof     651
Limited-slip front differential     347
Audio Package     738
Auto-dimming rearview mirror     109
Floor mats     130
Options (change) 2,190 2,090 2,290
Options (change) 1,934 1,849 1,975
Destination 825 825 720
Total Price $27,885 $29,285 $24,170
Total Invoice $25,981 $27,261 $22,424

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Ford Escape vs. Nissan Sentra

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Nissan Sentra SE-R Spec V
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $1,260
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $1,248
Model Year201220122009
ModelEscapeEscapeSentra
TrimXLTLimitedSE-R Spec V
Body4dr SUV4dr SUV4dr Sedan
Engine240hp V6240hp V6200hp I4
TransmissionA6A6M6
DrivetrainFWDFWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)19/25 MPG19/25 MPG21/29 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)80, 4320, 7340, 8
Tire (rear if not all the same)235/70-16235/70-16225/45-17
Total Price$27,885$29,285$24,170
Adjustments for Features-2,455-3,8550
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$25,430$25,430$24,170
Cost Above Minimum$0$0$0
Total Invoice$25,981$27,261$22,424
Adjustments for Features-2,287-3,5890
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$23,694$23,672$22,424
Cost Above Minimum$22$0$0

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Features Comparison: Ford Escape vs. Nissan Sentra

Model Year201220122009
ModelEscapeEscapeSentra
TrimXLTLimitedSE-R Spec V
Body4dr SUV4dr SUV4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
6-speed automatic$1000$1000 
6-speed manual  $150
FWD$0$0$0
Accessories 
Keyless entry keypad$50$50 
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
4-wheel disc brakes  $150
911 assist$25$25 
Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats  $0
Brake assist$50$50 
Rollover sensor$50$50 
Safety key$5$5 
Stability control$400$400 
Traction control$100$100 
Vehicle health reports$0$0 
Cargo Management 
Cargo cover $75 
Cargo mat  $40
Liftglass or two-piece tailgate$150$150 
Overhead sunglass holder$25$25 
Roof rack $300 
Roof rails$250  
Climate Control 
Rear wiper$175$175 
Drivetrain 
Limited-slip front differential  $500
Exterior 
Body kit  $0
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s)  $25
Deep-tinted rear windows$275$275 
Rear bumper protector$40$40 
Rear spoiler  $200
Infotainment 
Audio controls on steering wheel$125$125 
Bluetooth audio streaming$25$25 
CD changer, in-dash  $325
CD player$125$125 
Navigation, turn-by-turn$25$25 
Satellite radio$200$200 
SMS text-to-speech reader$25$25 
Traffic + travel information$25$25 
USB port$25$25 
Voice control for audio system$25$25 
Voice control for external devices$0$0 
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Automatic headlights$125$125 
Compass$0$0 
Heated mirrors $25 
Interior ambient lighting $150 
Spotter mirror(s)$50$50 
Seats and Interior Trim 
Folding second row seats$300$300 
Heated front seats $200 
Leather seating surfaces $900 
Manual height adjuster, driver seat  $50
Metal pedals  $75
Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat$100$100 
Power height adjuster, driver seat$100$100 
Power tilt adjuster, driver seat$100$100 
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Alloy wheels$350 $350
Machined alloy wheels $350 
Performance steering system (optional)  $0
Ultra-sport suspension (upgrade)  $0
Total Value of Features$4,320$5,720$1,865
Value of Feature Adjustments$2,455$3,855$0
Value of Feature Adjustments-2,287-3,5890

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Specifications Comparison: Ford Escape vs. Nissan Sentra

Model Year20122009
ModelEscapeSentra
Body4dr SUV4dr Sedan
Wheelbase103.1 in105.7 in
Length174.7 in179.8 in
Width71.1 in70.5 in
Height67.7 in59.5 in
Curb Weight3,369 lb.3,078 lb.
Fuel Capacity16.5 gal.14.5 gal.
Row 1 Headroom40.4 in40.6 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room56.6 in56.9 in
Row 1 Hip Room53.3 in54.1 in
Row 1 Legroom41.6 in42.4 in
Row 2 Headroom39.2 in37.3 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room55.9 in55.1 in
Row 2 Hip Room49.1 in53.0 in
Row 2 Legroom35.6 in34.5 in
Cargo Volume,
Minimum
29.2 ft313.1 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Maximum
66.3 ft313.1 ft3

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Option Package Details
Ford Escape XLT

Sun and SYNC Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Sunroof900Yes
Traffic + travel information25No
Navigation, turn-by-turn25No
Bluetooth audio streaming25No
Voice control for audio system25No
Bluetooth cell phone link100Yes
Voice control for external devices0No
SMS text-to-speech reader25No
USB port25No
Vehicle health reports0No
911 assist25No
Total Requested100085%
Total Not Requested17515%

Option Package Details
Ford Escape Limited

Moon and Tune Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Sunroof900Yes
Unbranded, 320W, 7 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Total Requested90072%
Total Not Requested35028%

Option Package Details
Nissan Sentra SE-R Spec V

Sunroof
FeatureValueRequested?
Sunroof900Yes
Illuminated visor mirror, driver40Yes
Illuminated visor mirror, passenger40Yes
Total Requested980100%
Total Not Requested00%
Floor mats
FeatureValueRequested?
Floor mats75Yes
Cargo mat40No
Total Requested7565%
Total Not Requested4035%
Audio Package
FeatureValueRequested?
CD changer, in-dash200No
Rockford Fosgate, 340W, 8 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Total Requested00%
Total Not Requested550100%

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