2006 GMC Savana vs. 2013 Ford Escape
To start off, 2013 Ford Escape is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 GMC Savana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 GMC Savana would be higher. At 5,324 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 GMC Savana (295 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 2013 Ford Escape. (176 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 2013 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Savana weights approximately 945 kg more than 2013 Ford Escape. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 GMC Savana is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Ford Escape. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 GMC Savana 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 GMC Savana (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Ford Escape. (321 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 GMC Savana | 2013 Ford Escape | |
| Make | GMC | Ford |
| Model | Savana | Escape |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Van | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5324 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 176 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 321 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2537 kg | 1592 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4524 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2078 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1684 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 57 L |
