2005 Chevrolet Uplander vs. 2010 Ford Escape
To start off, 2010 Ford Escape is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Chevrolet Uplander. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chevrolet Uplander would be higher. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Uplander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Escape (265 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Uplander. (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Uplander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Uplander weights approximately 135 kg more than 2010 Ford Escape.
Because 2010 Ford Escape is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Chevrolet Uplander. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Ford Escape (339 Nm) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Uplander. (298 Nm). This means 2010 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Uplander.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Uplander | 2010 Ford Escape | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Uplander | Escape |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2080 kg | 1945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 4717 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1925 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1702 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2824 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 76 L |
