2006 Ford Escape vs. 2011 BMW 1 Series
To start off, 2011 BMW 1 Series is newer by 5 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), 2011 BMW 1 Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 1 Series (335 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 2006 Ford Escape. (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 1 Series should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 1 Series weights approximately 305 kg more than 2006 Ford Escape. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Ford Escape is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 BMW 1 Series. 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, 2011 BMW 1 Series (450 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Escape. (262 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 1 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Escape | 2011 BMW 1 Series | |
Make | Ford | BMW |
Model | Escape | 1 Series |
Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2997 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 335 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 262 Nm | 450 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4850 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1525 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4374 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1803 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2659 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 53 L |