1990 Ford Escort vs. 2002 BMW X5
To start off, 2002 BMW X5 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Ford Escort would be higher. At 4,619 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 BMW X5 (329 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 270 more horse power than 1990 Ford Escort. (59 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 BMW X5 weights approximately 1115 kg more than 1990 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Ford Escort. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2002 BMW X5 (480 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 370 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Escort. (110 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2002 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Escort. 2002 BMW X5 has automatic transmission and 1990 Ford Escort has manual transmission. 1990 Ford Escort will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 BMW X5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ford Escort | 2002 BMW X5 | |
| Make | Ford | BMW |
| Model | Escort | X5 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1753 cc | 4619 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 329 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 480 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1065 kg | 2180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1710 mm |
