1989 Ford Escort vs. 2011 BMW X5
To start off, 2011 BMW X5 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Ford Escort would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW X5 (304 HP @ 440 RPM) has 245 more horse power than 1989 Ford Escort. (59 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Escort.
Because 2011 BMW X5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Ford Escort. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 BMW X5 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, 2011 BMW X5 (600 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 491 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Escort. (109 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ford Escort | 2011 BMW X5 | |
| Make | Ford | BMW |
| Model | Escort | X5 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1700 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 304 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 440 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4857 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1933 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1776 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2934 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 85 L |
