2004 Ford Escape vs. 2012 BMW X3
To start off, 2012 BMW X3 is newer by 8 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 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Escape (210 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2012 BMW X3. (182 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW X3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW X3 weights approximately 272 kg more than 2004 Ford Escape.
Because 2012 BMW X3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Ford Escape. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 BMW X3 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, 2012 BMW X3 (380 Nm) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Escape. (271 Nm). This means 2012 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Escape | 2012 BMW X3 | |
| Make | Ford | BMW |
| Model | Escape | X3 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1518 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4648 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1881 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1675 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 67 L |
