2006 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2009 Ford Escape
To start off, 2009 Ford Escape is newer by 3 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 5,359 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado (295 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 2009 Ford Escape. (169 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Escape.
Because 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 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 2006 Chevrolet Silverado. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 283 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Escape. (171 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Escape. 2006 Chevrolet Silverado has automatic transmission and 2009 Ford Escape has manual transmission. 2009 Ford Escape will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Chevrolet Silverado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2006 Chevrolet Silverado | 2009 Ford Escape | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Silverado | Escape |
Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5359 cc | 2486 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 295 HP | 169 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 454 Nm | 171 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1810 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.4 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.2 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |