2006 BMW 523 vs. 2006 Ford Escape
To start off, both 2006 BMW 523 and 2006 Ford Escape were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,497 cc, 2006 BMW 523 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 523 (175 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2006 Ford Escape. (155 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 523 should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 523 weights approximately 120 kg more than 2006 Ford Escape. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Ford Escape is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 BMW 523. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 BMW 523 (230 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Escape. (168 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 523 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 523 | 2006 Ford Escape | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 523 | Escape |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2261 cc |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1835 kg | 1715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.6 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 57 L |
