1995 BMW 318 vs. 2006 Ford Escape
To start off, 2006 Ford Escape is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 BMW 318. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 BMW 318 would be higher. At 2,262 cc, 2006 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Escape (153 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1995 BMW 318. (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1995 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 BMW 318 weights approximately 155 kg more than 2006 Ford Escape.
Because 2006 Ford Escape is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 BMW 318. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford Escape 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, 2006 Ford Escape (206 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 BMW 318. (200 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 BMW 318 | 2006 Ford Escape | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 318 | Escape |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2262 cc |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 87.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 94 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 5.7 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.2 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.4 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 62 L |
