2005 Chevrolet Impala vs. 2005 Ford Escape
To start off, both 2005 Chevrolet Impala and 2005 Ford Escape were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,786 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Impala is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Impala (240 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 2005 Ford Escape. (124 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Impala should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Impala weights approximately 147 kg more than 2005 Ford Escape. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Ford Escape is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Chevrolet Impala. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford Escape will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 Chevrolet Impala (380 Nm) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Escape. (168 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Impala will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Escape. 2005 Chevrolet Impala has automatic transmission and 2005 Ford Escape has manual transmission. 2005 Ford Escape will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Chevrolet Impala will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2005 Chevrolet Impala | 2005 Ford Escape | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Impala | Escape |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3786 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 124 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 168 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 84.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1617 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 59 L |