2004 BMW X5 vs. 2004 Ford Escape
To start off, both 2004 BMW X5 and 2004 Ford Escape were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW X5 (355 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 227 more horse power than 2004 Ford Escape. (128 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW X5 weights approximately 817 kg more than 2004 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, 2004 BMW X5 (500 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 338 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Escape. (162 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2004 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Escape. 2004 BMW X5 has automatic transmission and 2004 Ford Escape has manual transmission. 2004 Ford Escape will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 BMW X5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2004 BMW X5 | 2004 Ford Escape | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | X5 | Escape |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4799 cc | 1987 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 355 HP | 128 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 162 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 84.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 88 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2275 kg | 1458 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.5 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 59 L |