2006 BMW 525 vs. 2007 Ford Escape
To start off, 2007 Ford Escape is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 BMW 525. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW 525 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 525 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2007 Ford Escape. (160 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Escape.
Because 2006 BMW 525 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 BMW 525. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Ford Escape, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 525 (251 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Escape. (212 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 525 | 2007 Ford Escape | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 525 | Escape |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 212 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.8 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 94 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 114 L |
