2005 BMW 325 vs. 2013 Ford Escape
To start off, 2013 Ford Escape is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 325 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Escape (237 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2005 BMW 325. (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Escape weights approximately 202 kg more than 2005 BMW 325. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2013 Ford Escape (366 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 325. (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2013 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 325 | 2013 Ford Escape | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 325 | Escape |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1494 kg | 1696 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4524 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2078 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1684 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 57 L |
