2007 BMW 335 vs. 2009 Ford Escape
To start off, 2009 Ford Escape is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW 335. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW 335 would be higher. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 335 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 2009 Ford Escape. (171 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Escape.
Because 2007 BMW 335 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Ford Escape. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 BMW 335 will offer significantly more control. 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 335 (407 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Escape. (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Escape. 2009 Ford Escape 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. 2009 Ford Escape will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 335 | 2009 Ford Escape | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 335 | Escape |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.1 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 10.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 62 L |
