2007 BMW 760 vs. 2006 Ford Escape
To start off, 2007 BMW 760 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 5,971 cc (12 cylinders), 2007 BMW 760 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 760 (439 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 239 more horse power than 2006 Ford Escape. (200 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 760 should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 760 weights approximately 981 kg more than 2006 Ford Escape. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Ford Escape is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 BMW 760. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford Escape 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 760 (600 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 338 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Escape. (262 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 760 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 760 | 2006 Ford Escape | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 760 | Escape |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5971 cc | 2998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 439 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 600 Nm | 262 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 4850 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2225 kg | 1244 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.6 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 62 L |
