2006 Ford Escape vs. 2012 BMW 116
To start off, 2012 BMW 116 is newer by 6 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 2,262 cc, 2006 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Escape (153 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2012 BMW 116. (136 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 116. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 116 weights approximately 165 kg more than 2006 Ford Escape.
Because 2006 Ford Escape is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 BMW 116. 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, 2012 BMW 116 (220 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Escape. (206 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 116 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Escape | 2012 BMW 116 | |
Make | Ford | BMW |
Model | Escape | 116 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2262 cc | 1995 cc |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 136 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 206 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4324 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1765 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1421 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 4.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 5.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 51 L |