2004 Chevrolet Express vs. 2013 Ford Escape
To start off, 2013 Ford Escape is newer by 9 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 134 more horse power than 2013 Ford Escape. (166 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2013 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1076 kg more than 2013 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 258 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Ford Escape. (230 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Express | 2013 Ford Escape | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Express | Escape |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Van | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 166 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Number of Seats | 12 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2674 kg | 1598 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4524 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2078 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1684 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 57 L |
