2008 BMW 330 vs. 2009 Ford Escape
To start off, 2009 Ford Escape is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 BMW 330 would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 330 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2009 Ford Escape. (169 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Escape.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 BMW 330 (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Escape. (171 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 330 | 2009 Ford Escape | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 330 | Escape |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 2486 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 169 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1810 mm |
