2005 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2007 Ford Escape
To start off, 2007 Ford Escape is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Chevrolet Silverado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chevrolet Silverado would be higher. At 5,359 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 2007 Ford Escape. (160 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Escape.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado (454 Nm) has 242 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Escape. (212 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Escape. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado has automatic transmission and 2007 Ford Escape has manual transmission. 2007 Ford Escape will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Silverado | 2007 Ford Escape | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Silverado | Escape |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5359 cc | 2299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 212 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.1 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5850 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 114 L |
