1998 BMW 740 vs. 2002 Ford Escape
To start off, 2002 Ford Escape is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 BMW 740. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 BMW 740 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 BMW 740 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 BMW 740 (286 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 2002 Ford Escape. (128 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 BMW 740 weights approximately 498 kg more than 2002 Ford Escape. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Ford Escape is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 BMW 740. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 1998 BMW 740 (440 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 272 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford Escape. (168 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1998 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 BMW 740 | 2002 Ford Escape | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 740 | Escape |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 286 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1968 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 59 L |
