2003 Ford Escape vs. 2007 BMW 325
To start off, 2007 BMW 325 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Ford Escape. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Ford Escape would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2003 Ford Escape. (128 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 325 weights approximately 199 kg more than 2003 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, 2007 BMW 325 (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ford Escape. (162 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ford Escape. 2007 BMW 325 has automatic transmission and 2003 Ford Escape has manual transmission. 2003 Ford Escape will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 BMW 325 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ford Escape | 2007 BMW 325 | |
| Make | Ford | BMW |
| Model | Escape | 325 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 1675 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 63 L |
