2007 Chevrolet Express vs. 2007 Ford Escape
To start off, both 2007 Chevrolet Express and 2007 Ford Escape were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,802 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Express (285 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 2007 Ford Escape. (160 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Escape.
Because 2007 Chevrolet Express 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 2007 Chevrolet Express. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Chevrolet Express (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Escape. (212 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Escape. 2007 Chevrolet Express has automatic transmission and 2007 Ford Escape has manual transmission. 2007 Ford Escape will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Chevrolet Express will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2007 Chevrolet Express | 2007 Ford Escape | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Express | Escape |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Van | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4802 cc | 2299 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 285 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 212 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.1 mm | 87.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 6210 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3940 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 114 L |