1999 Chevrolet Express vs. 2006 Ford Escape
To start off, 2006 Ford Escape is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Chevrolet Express. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Chevrolet Express would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Escape (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1999 Chevrolet Express. (197 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1999 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1114 kg more than 2006 Ford Escape.
Because 1999 Chevrolet Express is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1999 Chevrolet Express. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford Escape, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1999 Chevrolet Express (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Escape. (262 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 1999 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Chevrolet Express | 2006 Ford Escape | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Express | Escape |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Van | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 2999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 262 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4850 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 2334 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2630 mm |
