2005 Ford Escape vs. 2013 Chevrolet Traverse
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Traverse is newer by 8 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Chevrolet Traverse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Traverse (277 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2005 Ford Escape. (202 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Traverse should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Traverse weights approximately 489 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 2013 Chevrolet Traverse. 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, 2013 Chevrolet Traverse (361 Nm) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Escape. (250 Nm). This means 2013 Chevrolet Traverse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Escape | 2013 Chevrolet Traverse | |
| Make | Ford | Chevrolet |
| Model | Escape | Traverse |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2999 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 277 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 85 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1652 kg | 2141 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 5173 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1991 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1846 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3020 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 12.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 83 L |
