2007 BMW 118 vs. 2005 Ford Escort
To start off, 2007 BMW 118 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 BMW 118 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Escort (128 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2007 BMW 118. (127 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 118. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 118 weights approximately 110 kg more than 2005 Ford Escort.
Because 2007 BMW 118 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 2007 BMW 118. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford Escort, 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, 2007 BMW 118 (180 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Escort. (170 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 118 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 118 | 2005 Ford Escort | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 118 | Escort |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1753 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 55 L |
