1999 BMW X5 vs. 2011 Ford Escape
To start off, 2011 Ford Escape is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 BMW X5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 BMW X5 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW X5 (282 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 2011 Ford Escape. (171 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW X5 weights approximately 686 kg more than 2011 Ford Escape. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Ford Escape. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 BMW X5 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, 1999 BMW X5 (439 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford Escape. (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1999 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 BMW X5 | 2011 Ford Escape | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | X5 | Escape |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 439 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2184 kg | 1498 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4437 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1806 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1725 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2619 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.1 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 18.8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 66 L |
