2008 BMW X5 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 X5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 BMW X5 would be higher. At 4,398 cc, 2008 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Escape weights approximately 712 kg more than 2008 BMW X5.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2010 Ford Escape (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW X5. (440 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW X5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW X5 | 2010 Ford Escape | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | X5 | Escape |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 2500 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 255 HP |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 474 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2191 kg | 2903 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5504 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 2111 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3505 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 132 L |
