1992 Ford Escort vs. 2011 BMW X3
To start off, 2011 BMW X3 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW X3 (182 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1992 Ford Escort. (69 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 1992 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW X3 weights approximately 750 kg more than 1992 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 BMW X3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Ford Escort. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 BMW X3 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 X3 (380 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 279 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Escort. (101 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Ford Escort | 2011 BMW X3 | |
| Make | Ford | BMW |
| Model | Escort | X3 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1392 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.2 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.3 mm | 84 mm |
| Top Speed | 163 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 15.7 seconds | 8.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4648 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1881 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1675 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 67 L |
