Here at Cavender Ford of OKC in Oklahoma City, OK, it’s important to us that you are able to make an informed decision when purchasing your new car. That’s why we’ve taken the time to break down all of MotorTrend’s findings in their recent comparison of the Ford Escape and the Chevrolet Equinox.
Power and Performance
All recent Chevrolet Equinox models come equipped with one powertrain option: a 1.5-liter four-cylinder engine that cranks out 175 horsepower and 203 pound-feet of torque. The Ford Escape offer a much higher output, producing 250 horsepower and 280 pound-feet of torque with its available 2-liter turbocharged four-cylinder engine. As a result, the Ford Escape takes two seconds less than the Chevy Equinox to go from 0-60 miles-per-hour, and also boasts a smoother suspension. Experience it for yourself in the Edmond area today.
Fuel Economy
Both the Ford Escape and Chevy Equinox come in hybrid form, but while the former boasts a fuel economy rating of up to 42 miles-per-gallon, the latter lags at 36. Visit us near Piedmont today to get the best bang for your buck.
Interior
SUVs are meant to be spacious, and the Ford Escape delivers on this front. With a total cargo space of up to 65.4 cubic feet and 42.4 inches of legroom, when you drive the Ford Escape, you’ll never have to leave anything or anyone behind. The Chevy Equinox is slightly less roomy, with a total of 63.9 cubic feet of cargo space and 40.9 inches of legroom.
Technology
Staying connected while on the move is a must, and with the Ford Escape, you’ll have everything you need at the tip of your fingers. State-of-the-art technological features include an available 13.2-inch touchscreen, a thundering 10-speaker sound system, Apple CarPlay, and more. Everything is a little smaller in the Chevy Equinox, with a 7-inch touchscreen and a six-speaker sound system. See how they work in the Bethany area today.
Safety
Your safety is a top priority, and with the Ford Escape, for sale near El Reno, you’ll be protected at every turn. This vehicle beat the Chevy Equinox in crash testing, making it the safer option.