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 2,998 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 330 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2006 Ford Escape. (200 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 330 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 330 (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Escape. (262 Nm @ 4850 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 | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2996 cc | 2998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 254 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 262 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4850 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 80 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1715 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 62 L |