2008 BMW 118 vs. 2000 Ford Escort
To start off, 2008 BMW 118 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 BMW 118 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Escort (128 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2008 BMW 118. (127 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 118. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 118 weights approximately 106 kg more than 2000 Ford Escort.
Because 2008 BMW 118 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 2008 BMW 118. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Ford Escort, 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, 2008 BMW 118 (181 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Escort. (175 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 118 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW 118 | 2000 Ford Escort | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | 118 | Escort |
Year Released | 2008 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 127 HP | 128 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 181 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 84.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 88 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1124 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 48 L |