2008 BMW X3 vs. 2008 Ford Escape
To start off, both 2008 BMW X3 and 2008 Ford Escape were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,294 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW X3 (162 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2008 Ford Escape. (153 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Escape.
Because 2008 BMW X3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Ford Escape. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 BMW X3 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 X3 (330 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Escape. (206 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2008 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW X3 | 2008 Ford Escape | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | X3 | Escape |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 162 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 87.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 114 L |
