2006 Chevrolet SSR vs. 2012 Ford Escape
To start off, 2012 Ford Escape is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Chevrolet SSR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Chevrolet SSR would be higher. At 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet SSR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet SSR (401 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 224 more horse power than 2012 Ford Escape. (177 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet SSR should accelerate faster than 2012 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Escape weights approximately 579 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet SSR.
Because 2006 Chevrolet SSR 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 SSR. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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 SSR (542 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 358 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Ford Escape. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet SSR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet SSR | 2012 Ford Escape | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | SSR | Escape |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 401 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1078 kg | 1657 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4437 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1806 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2619 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 57 L |
