2006 Ford Escape vs. 2006 BMW 318
To start off, both 2006 Ford Escape and 2006 BMW 318 were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,998 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Escape (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2006 BMW 318. (141 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 318 weights approximately 151 kg more than 2006 Ford Escape.
Because 2006 Ford Escape is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 BMW 318. 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 Ford Escape (262 Nm @ 4850 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 318. (200 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Escape | 2006 BMW 318 | |
Make | Ford | BMW |
Model | Escape | 318 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2998 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 262 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4850 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1244 kg | 1395 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 63 L |