2009 Chevrolet Express vs. 2006 Ford Escape
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Express is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford Escape. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford Escape would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Express (301 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 2006 Ford Escape. (153 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Escape weights approximately 1595 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Express.
Because 2009 Chevrolet Express is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Ford Escape. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Express 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, 2009 Chevrolet Express (441 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Escape. (206 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Express | 2006 Ford Escape | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Express | Escape |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Van | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5300 cc | 2262 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 17.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 2856 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 14.7 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 16.8 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 62 L |
