Compare the 2017 Ford Escape to the Chevy Equinox in Windber, PA

If you're in the market for a small SUV, you certainly have plenty of options. We're obviously biased, but there are plenty of great reasons we find that the new 2017 Ford Escape is one of the best crossovers available. It blends sensible efficiency with all kinds of great tech features and plenty of space for passengers and cargo. You'll also find several options, ranging from a couple engines and optional four-wheel drive, as well as several trim features to choose from.

Now most brands can say the same about their small SUVs, and you'll certainly hear similar accolades about the new 2018 Chevy Equinox. You can see how the Escape bests the Equinox in the comparisons below, but we also recommend you visit our Windber, PA Ford dealer serving Johnstown, Altoona, Ebensburg and Bedford for a test drive. Comparisons give you an idea of how one vehicle stacks up to another, but actually driving the new Ford Escape will tell you everything you need to know about this excellent crossover.

2017 Ford Escape vs. 2018 Chevy Equinox Comparison in Windber, PA

• The Escape is rated as one of the safest small SUVs, earning five-star scores in crucial overall, frontal and side crash tests. The new Equinox hasn't yet been evaluated by the experts, but it understandably has a steep climb to match or exceed the safety ratings of the Escape.

• The interior of the Escape can be adorned with higher quality materials than the Equinox's cabin, which is mostly outfitted with hard, plastic surfaces. The Escape, on the other hand, has plenty of soft touch surfaces, giving you a more sophisticated cabin.

• Crucial for a small SUV, the Escape bests the Equinox in cargo capacity, which goes along with the adjustable rear seats to create even more space for your stuff.

• Three engine options in the Escape make it a better performer on the road than the Equinox. The Escape's top of the line 2.0-liter four-cylinder offers 254 horsepower, which can't be matched by the Chevy SUV.

• Finally, if you need to, your Escape can tow up to 3,500 pounds, a figure that Chevy is trying to match in upcoming setups, but is not yet available with the current Equinox.