2006 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2007 Ford Escape
To start off, 2007 Ford Escape is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Chevrolet Silverado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Chevrolet Silverado would be higher. At 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado (300 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 2007 Ford Escape. (133 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 924 kg more than 2007 Ford Escape. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Ford Escape. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 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, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado (488 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 320 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Escape. (168 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Escape.
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2006 Chevrolet Silverado | 2007 Ford Escape | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Silverado | Escape |
Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5965 cc | 2299 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 133 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 168 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 87.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 94 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2639 kg | 1715 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6090 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3890 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.2 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 57 L |