2008 BMW M6 vs. 2010 Ford Escape
To start off, 2010 Ford Escape is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 BMW M6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 BMW M6 would be higher. At 4,999 cc (10 cylinders), 2008 BMW M6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW M6 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 235 more horse power than 2010 Ford Escape. (265 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 2010 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Escape weights approximately 160 kg more than 2008 BMW M6.
Because 2010 Ford Escape is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 BMW M6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Ford Escape will offer significantly more control. 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 M6 (520 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ford Escape. (339 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW M6 | 2010 Ford Escape | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | M6 | Escape |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4999 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 520 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4717 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1925 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1702 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2824 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 76 L |
