2007 BMW 335 vs. 1999 Ford Escort
To start off, 2007 BMW 335 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Ford Escort would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 335 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 1999 Ford Escort. (131 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1999 Ford Escort.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW 335 (407 Nm) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ford Escort. (178 Nm). This means 2007 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ford Escort. 1999 Ford Escort has automatic transmission and 2007 BMW 335 has manual transmission. 2007 BMW 335 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Ford Escort will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 335 | 1999 Ford Escort | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 335 | Escort |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 84.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 87.9 mm |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2510 mm |
