Chevrolet Traverse vs Ford Escape Dimensions & Size Comparison
Comparing 2009 catalog dimensions. Chevrolet Traverse · Ford Escape
- Length205.0 in
- Height70.4 in
- Wheelbase118.9 in
- Curb weight4,790 lb – 5,066 lb
- Width78.4 in
- Ford Escape width71.1 in
Which is bigger?
- Length: Ford Escape is 30.3 in shorter (205.0 in vs 174.7 in)
- Width: Ford Escape is 7.3 in narrower (78.4 in vs 71.1 in)
- Height: Chevrolet Traverse is 1.5 in taller (70.4 in vs 68.9 in)
- Wheelbase: Chevrolet Traverse has a 15.8 in longer wheelbase (118.9 in vs 103.1 in)
- Curb weight: Chevrolet Traverse is 1,468 lb heavier (4,928 lb vs 3,461 lb)
Biggest size differences
- Curb weight: Chevrolet Traverse is 1,468 lb heavier (4,928 lb vs 3,461 lb)
- Length: Ford Escape is 30.3 in shorter (205.0 in vs 174.7 in)
- Wheelbase: Chevrolet Traverse has a 15.8 in longer wheelbase (118.9 in vs 103.1 in)
- Width: Ford Escape is 7.3 in narrower (78.4 in vs 71.1 in)
- Height: Chevrolet Traverse is 1.5 in taller (70.4 in vs 68.9 in)
Practical verdicts
- Easier to fit in a short garageFord Escape — Ford Escape is shorter by 30.3 in Check garage fit for Chevrolet Traverse · garage fit for Ford Escape
- Narrower for tight parkingFord Escape — Ford Escape is narrower by 7.3 in
- Smaller exterior footprintFord Escape — Based on length × width (Ford Escape)
Dimension comparison
| Spec | Chevrolet Traverse | Ford Escape | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Length | 205.0 in | 174.7 in | 30.3 in |
| Width | 78.4 in | 71.1 in | 7.3 in |
| Height | 70.4 in | 68.9 in | 1.5 in |
| Wheelbase | 118.9 in | 103.1 in | 15.8 in |
| Curb weight | 4,928 lb | 3,461 lb | 1,468 lb |
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