2006 Ford Escape vs. 2008 BMW 630
To start off, 2008 BMW 630 is newer by 2 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 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 630 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2006 Ford Escape. (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 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 2008 BMW 630.
Because 2008 BMW 630 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 2008 BMW 630. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2008 BMW 630 (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Escape. (262 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 2008 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 | 2008 BMW 630 | |
| Make | Ford | BMW |
| Model | Escape | 630 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2999 cc | 2994 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 | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4850 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 88 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 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 | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 70 L |
