2000 BMW 525 vs. 2011 Ford Escape
To start off, 2011 Ford Escape is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 BMW 525. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 BMW 525 would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Escape (177 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2000 BMW 525. (170 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 2000 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 BMW 525 weights approximately 131 kg more than 2011 Ford Escape.
Because 2000 BMW 525 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2000 BMW 525. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Ford Escape, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2000 BMW 525 (331 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford Escape. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2000 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 BMW 525 | 2011 Ford Escape | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 525 | Escape |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 331 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1795 kg | 1664 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4437 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1806 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2619 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 5.6 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 57 L |
