2007 BMW M3 vs. 2006 Ford Escape
To start off, 2007 BMW M3 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 3,245 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW M3 (338 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 2006 Ford Escape. (200 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Escape weights approximately 60 kg more than 2007 BMW M3.
Because 2007 BMW M3 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 M3. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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 M3 (365 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Escape. (262 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 2007 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW M3 | 2006 Ford Escape | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | M3 | Escape |
Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3245 cc | 2999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 338 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 365 Nm | 262 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4850 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 80 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1655 kg | 1715 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.1 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 62 L |