2006 Ford Escape vs. 2011 BMW 328
To start off, 2011 BMW 328 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 328 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 328 (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2006 Ford Escape. (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Escape weights approximately 90 kg more than 2011 BMW 328.
Because 2011 BMW 328 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Ford Escape. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 BMW 328 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 328 (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Escape. (262 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 328 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 328 | |
Make | Ford | BMW |
Model | Escape | 328 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2999 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 | 230 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 262 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4850 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1625 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1783 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1394 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2761 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 61 L |