1995 BMW M5 vs. 2000 Ford Escape
To start off, 2000 Ford Escape is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 BMW M5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 BMW M5 would be higher. At 3,794 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 BMW M5 (335 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 2000 Ford Escape. (128 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 BMW M5 weights approximately 255 kg more than 2000 Ford Escape. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Ford Escape is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 BMW M5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 1995 BMW M5 (400 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Escape. (169 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1995 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 BMW M5 | 2000 Ford Escape | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | M5 | Escape |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3794 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94.6 mm | 84.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 59 L |
