2000 Ford Escape vs. 2008 BMW 320
To start off, 2008 BMW 320 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ford Escape. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ford Escape would be higher. At 2,171 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 320 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 320 (168 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2000 Ford Escape. (128 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Escape.
Because 2000 Ford Escape is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 BMW 320. 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, 2008 BMW 320 (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Escape. (169 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Escape. 2008 BMW 320 has automatic transmission and 2000 Ford Escape has manual transmission. 2000 Ford Escape will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 BMW 320 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Ford Escape | 2008 BMW 320 | |
Make | Ford | BMW |
Model | Escape | 320 |
Year Released | 2000 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1988 cc | 2171 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 128 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 169 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.8 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 72 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 63 L |