2006 BMW 116 vs. 2005 Ford Escape
To start off, 2006 BMW 116 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Escape. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Escape would be higher. At 1,988 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Escape (124 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2006 BMW 116. (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 116.
Because 2005 Ford Escape is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 BMW 116. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford Escape 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, 2005 Ford Escape (168 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 116. (150 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 116.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 116 | 2005 Ford Escape | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 116 | Escape |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 59 L |
