2008 BMW 650 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 650. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 BMW 650 would be higher. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 650 (360 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 2009 Ford Escape. (171 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 650 should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 650 weights approximately 668 kg more than 2009 Ford Escape. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 BMW 650 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 650. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2008 BMW 650 (488 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 256 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Escape. (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 650 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW 650 | 2009 Ford Escape | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | 650 | Escape |
Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 360 HP | 171 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 232 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 972 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 62 L |