2006 Ford Escape vs. 2007 BMW 330
To start off, 2007 BMW 330 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford Escape. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford Escape would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 330 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 2006 Ford Escape. (153 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Escape weights approximately 60 kg more than 2007 BMW 330.
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, 2007 BMW 330 (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Escape. (206 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Escape | 2007 BMW 330 | |
Make | Ford | BMW |
Model | Escape | 330 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2261 cc | 2996 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 254 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 206 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.7:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1655 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 63 L |