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 142 more horse power than 2009 Ford Escape. (153 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Escape.
Because 2009 Ford Escape is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Chevrolet Silverado. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Escape. (184 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.
Compare all specifications:
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 | 2488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 295 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 454 Nm | 184 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5850 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.4 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.2 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.5 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 57 L |