2004 Chevrolet Express vs. 2010 Ford Escape
To start off, 2010 Ford Escape is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Chevrolet Express. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Chevrolet Express would be higher. At 5,998 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Express (300 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2010 Ford Escape. (265 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2010 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 729 kg more than 2010 Ford Escape. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Chevrolet Express (488 Nm) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ford Escape. (339 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Express | 2010 Ford Escape | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Express | Escape |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Van | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 12 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2674 kg | 1945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4717 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1925 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1702 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2824 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 76 L |
