2005 Ford Escape vs. 2010 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Express is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Escape. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Escape would be higher. At 6,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Express (250 HP @ 3100 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 2005 Ford Escape. (154 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 995 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 2010 Chevrolet Express is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 Chevrolet Express. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford Escape, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Chevrolet Express (677 Nm) has 471 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Escape. (206 Nm). This means 2010 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Escape | 2010 Chevrolet Express | |
| Make | Ford | Chevrolet |
| Model | Escape | Express |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2302 cc | 6600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 677 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1478 kg | 2473 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 5692 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2017 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 2073 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3429 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 117 L |
