2006 Ford Escape vs. 2012 BMW X5
To start off, 2012 BMW X5 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW X5 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 2006 Ford Escape. (153 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW X5 weights approximately 535 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.
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 X5 (406 Nm @ 1300 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Escape. (206 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2012 BMW X5 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 X5 | |
| Make | Ford | BMW |
| Model | Escape | X5 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2261 cc | 3000 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1300 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 2250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4854 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1933 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1775 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2933 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.8 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 85 L |
