2007 BMW 550 vs. 2011 Ford Escape
To start off, 2011 Ford Escape is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW 550. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW 550 would be higher. At 4,797 cc, 2007 BMW 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 550 (657 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 486 more horse power than 2011 Ford Escape. (171 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 550 weights approximately 194 kg more than 2011 Ford Escape. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 BMW 550 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 550. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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 550 (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford Escape. (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford Escape. 2007 BMW 550 has automatic transmission and 2011 Ford Escape has manual transmission. 2011 Ford Escape will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 BMW 550 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 550 | 2011 Ford Escape | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 550 | Escape |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4797 cc | 2500 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 657 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 1466 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4437 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1806 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1725 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2619 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 66 L |
