2006 Ford Escape vs. 2005 BMW 630
To start off, 2006 Ford Escape is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW 630. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 630 would be higher. At 2,998 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 630 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2006 Ford Escape. (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 630 should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Escape weights approximately 150 kg more than 2005 BMW 630.
Because 2006 Ford Escape is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 BMW 630. 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, 2005 BMW 630 (290 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Escape. (262 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 630 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Escape | 2005 BMW 630 | |
| Make | Ford | BMW |
| Model | Escape | 630 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2998 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 254 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 262 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4850 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 70 L |
