2007 BMW 328 vs. 2006 Ford Escape
To start off, 2007 BMW 328 is newer by 1 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 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 328 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 328 (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2006 Ford Escape. (153 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Escape.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 328 (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Escape. (206 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 328 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 328 | 2006 Ford Escape | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | 328 | Escape |
Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2995 cc | 2261 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 206 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 62 L |