2006 Ford Escape vs. 2012 BMW 640
To start off, 2012 BMW 640 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 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW 640 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 640 (311 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 2006 Ford Escape. (155 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 640 should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 640 weights approximately 150 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 2012 BMW 640. 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 640 (630 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 462 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Escape. (168 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 640 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 640 | |
Make | Ford | BMW |
Model | Escape | 640 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2261 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 155 HP | 311 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 168 Nm | 630 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1865 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 5007 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1894 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1392 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2968 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.1 L/100km | 4.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 7.1 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.6 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 70 L |