2007 BMW 330 vs. 2006 Ford Escape
To start off, 2007 BMW 330 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 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 330 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 2006 Ford Escape. (153 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Escape weights approximately 1331 kg more than 2007 BMW 330.
Because 2007 BMW 330 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 330. 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, 2007 BMW 330 (300 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Escape. (206 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 330 | 2006 Ford Escape | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 330 | Escape |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 2262 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 17.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 2856 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.8 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 62 L |
