2007 BMW Convertible 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 Convertible. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW Convertible would be higher. At 4,797 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 BMW Convertible is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW Convertible (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 2011 Ford Escape. (171 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW Convertible should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW Convertible weights approximately 384 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW Convertible (490 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford Escape. (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 BMW Convertible will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford Escape. 2007 BMW Convertible 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 Convertible will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW Convertible | 2011 Ford Escape | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | Convertible | Escape |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4797 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 362 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 1466 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4437 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1806 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1725 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2619 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 66 L |
