2004 Ford Escape vs. 2010 BMW X5
To start off, 2010 BMW X5 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford Escape. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Escape would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW X5 (244 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2004 Ford Escape. (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW X5 weights approximately 632 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.
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, 2010 BMW X5 (540 Nm) has 283 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Escape. (257 Nm). This means 2010 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford Escape | 2010 BMW X5 | |
Make | Ford | BMW |
Model | Escape | X5 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2981 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 244 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 257 Nm | 540 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 84 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1518 kg | 2150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4857 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1933 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1776 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2934 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 85 L |