2005 Chevrolet Impala 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 Impala. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chevrolet Impala would be higher. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Impala (181 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2009 Ford Escape. (171 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Impala should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Impala weights approximately 571 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.
Because 2009 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, 2009 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 (278 Nm) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Escape. (232 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Impala will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Impala | 2009 Ford Escape | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Impala | Escape |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1537 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.4 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 62 L |
