2005 Chevrolet Express vs. 2009 Ford Escape
To start off, 2009 Ford Escape is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Chevrolet Express. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chevrolet Express would be higher. At 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Express (195 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2009 Ford Escape. (172 HP @ 6550 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1344 kg more than 2009 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, 2005 Chevrolet Express (353 Nm) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Escape. (302 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Chevrolet Express | 2009 Ford Escape | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Express | Escape |
Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
Body Type | Van | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4294 cc | 2976 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 195 HP | 172 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6550 RPM |
Torque | 353 Nm | 302 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 102.1 mm | 87.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 83.1 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.8:1 |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2366 kg | 1022 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6210 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3940 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 62 L |