2006 Ford Escape vs. 2013 BMW 3 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 3 Series is newer by 7 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 BMW 3 Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 3 Series (296 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 2006 Ford Escape. (153 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 3 Series should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Escape weights approximately 20 kg more than 2013 BMW 3 Series.
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, 2013 BMW 3 Series (407 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Escape. (206 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 3 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Escape | 2013 BMW 3 Series | |
Make | Ford | BMW |
Model | Escape | 3 Series |
Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2261 cc | 2979 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 206 Nm | 407 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 104 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.2 :1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1695 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1961 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1395 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 11 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 61 L |