1994 Ford Escort vs. 2012 BMW X3
To start off, 2012 BMW X3 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Ford Escort would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW X3 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 230 more horse power than 1994 Ford Escort. (70 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 1994 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW X3 weights approximately 850 kg more than 1994 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 BMW X3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Ford Escort. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 BMW X3 (406 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 292 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Ford Escort. (114 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2012 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Ford Escort. 2012 BMW X3 has automatic transmission and 1994 Ford Escort has manual transmission. 1994 Ford Escort will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 BMW X3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Ford Escort | 2012 BMW X3 | |
| Make | Ford | BMW |
| Model | Escort | X3 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1391 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 1200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1065 kg | 1915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4648 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1881 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1675 mm |
