2003 BMW 545 vs. 2005 Ford Escape
To start off, 2005 Ford Escape is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 BMW 545. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 BMW 545 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 BMW 545 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW 545 (328 HP) has 127 more horse power than 2005 Ford Escape. (201 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW 545 should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW 545 weights approximately 86 kg more than 2005 Ford Escape. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Ford Escape is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 BMW 545. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2003 BMW 545 (451 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Escape. (251 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 BMW 545 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
2003 BMW 545 | 2005 Ford Escape | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | 545 | Escape |
Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 2961 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 328 HP | 201 HP |
Torque | 451 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 89.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 80 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1584 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.7 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.6 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 62 L |