2006 Ford Escape vs. 2010 BMW 528
To start off, 2010 BMW 528 is newer by 4 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 BMW 528 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 528 (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 2006 Ford Escape. (133 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 528 should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Escape weights approximately 125 kg more than 2010 BMW 528.
Because 2010 BMW 528 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 2010 BMW 528. 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, 2010 BMW 528 (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Escape. (168 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 528 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Escape. 2006 Ford Escape has automatic transmission and 2010 BMW 528 has manual transmission. 2010 BMW 528 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Ford Escape will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Escape | 2010 BMW 528 | |
| Make | Ford | BMW |
| Model | Escape | 528 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2259 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4854 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1847 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1468 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2888 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.6 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 6.5 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 70 L |
