2006 BMW X5 vs. 2004 Ford Escape
To start off, 2006 BMW X5 is newer by 2 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 2,981 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW X5 (228 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2004 Ford Escape. (201 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW X5 weights approximately 112 kg more than 2004 Ford Escape. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 X5 (300 Nm) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Escape. (257 Nm). This means 2006 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW X5 | 2004 Ford Escape | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | X5 | Escape |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 2981 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 257 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1518 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.7 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 61 L |
