1996 BMW 540 vs. 2010 Ford Escape
To start off, 2010 Ford Escape is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 BMW 540. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 BMW 540 would be higher. At 4,397 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 BMW 540 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW 540 (282 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2010 Ford Escape. (265 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW 540 should accelerate faster than 2010 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Escape weights approximately 130 kg more than 1996 BMW 540.
Because 2010 Ford Escape is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 BMW 540. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 1996 BMW 540 (440 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ford Escape. (339 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1996 BMW 540 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ford Escape. 2010 Ford Escape has automatic transmission and 1996 BMW 540 has manual transmission. 1996 BMW 540 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Ford Escape will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1996 BMW 540 | 2010 Ford Escape | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | 540 | Escape |
Year Released | 1996 | 2010 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4397 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 440 Nm | 339 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1945 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4717 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1925 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1702 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2824 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 18.7 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 76 L |