1990 Ford Escort vs. 2013 BMW X5
To start off, 2013 BMW X5 is newer by 23 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 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW X5 (296 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 237 more horse power than 1990 Ford Escort. (59 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW X5 weights approximately 1185 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 2013 BMW X5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Ford Escort. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2013 BMW X5 (407 Nm @ 5800 RPM) has 297 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Escort. (110 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2013 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Escort. 2013 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. 2013 BMW X5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ford Escort | 2013 BMW X5 | |
| Make | Ford | BMW |
| Model | Escort | X5 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1753 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed automatic |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1065 kg | 2250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4857 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 2197 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1776 mm |
