2007 Chevrolet Equinox vs. 2005 Ford Escape
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Equinox is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Escape. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Escape would be higher. At 3,425 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Equinox is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Equinox (185 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2005 Ford Escape. (154 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Equinox should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Escape weights approximately 405 kg more than 2007 Chevrolet Equinox.
Because 2007 Chevrolet Equinox is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Ford Escape. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Equinox 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, 2007 Chevrolet Equinox (285 Nm) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Escape. (206 Nm). This means 2007 Chevrolet Equinox will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Chevrolet Equinox | 2005 Ford Escape | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Equinox | Escape |
Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3425 cc | 2302 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 154 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 206 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 92.1 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 94 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1073 kg | 1478 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.1 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 62 L |