2006 Ford Escape vs. 2013 BMW M3
To start off, 2013 BMW M3 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 3,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW M3 (408 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 255 more horse power than 2006 Ford Escape. (153 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Escape weights approximately 976 kg more than 2013 BMW M3.
Because 2013 BMW M3 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2013 BMW M3. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford Escape, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 M3 (400 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Escape. (206 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2013 BMW M3 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 M3 | |
| Make | Ford | BMW |
| Model | Escape | M3 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2262 cc | 3999 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 408 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 8300 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.5:1 | 12.0 : 1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2856 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4618 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1976 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1392 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2761 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.1 L/100km | 10.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 63 L |
