2000 Ford Escort vs. 2006 BMW 530
To start off, 2006 BMW 530 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ford Escort would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 530 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 2000 Ford Escort. (128 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Escort.
Because 2006 BMW 530 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Ford Escort. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 BMW 530 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, 2006 BMW 530 (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Escort. (175 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Ford Escort | 2006 BMW 530 | |
Make | Ford | BMW |
Model | Escort | 530 |
Year Released | 2000 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1983 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 128 HP | 254 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.7:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 70 L |