2007 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2007 Ford Escape
To start off, both 2007 Chevrolet Silverado 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 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado (312 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 2007 Ford Escape. (133 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 1159 kg more than 2007 Ford Escape. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Ford Escape. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado 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 Silverado (506 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 338 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Escape. (168 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Chevrolet Silverado | 2007 Ford Escape | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Silverado | Escape |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5999 cc | 2299 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 312 HP | 133 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 506 Nm | 168 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 87.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 12.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2874 kg | 1715 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6340 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2440 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 4010 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 57 L |