2007 Ford Escape vs. 2011 Chevrolet Impala
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Impala is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Ford Escape. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Ford Escape would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Impala is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Impala (211 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 2007 Ford Escape. (133 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Impala should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Escape weights approximately 102 kg more than 2011 Chevrolet Impala.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2011 Chevrolet Impala (293 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Escape. (168 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Impala will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Escape | 2011 Chevrolet Impala | |
| Make | Ford | Chevrolet |
| Model | Escape | Impala |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2299 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 211 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 293 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1613 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1491 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2807 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 64 L |
