2003 BMW X5 vs. 2002 Ford Escape
To start off, 2003 BMW X5 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Ford Escape. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Ford Escape would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW X5 (338 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 210 more horse power than 2002 Ford Escape. (128 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW X5 weights approximately 725 kg more than 2002 Ford Escape. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 X5 (400 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford Escape. (168 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford Escape. 2003 BMW X5 has automatic transmission and 2002 Ford Escape has manual transmission. 2002 Ford Escape will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 BMW X5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 BMW X5 | 2002 Ford Escape | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | X5 | Escape |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2002 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 338 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2195 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 59 L |
