2008 BMW Z4 vs. 2008 Ford Escape
To start off, both 2008 BMW Z4 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 3,246 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW Z4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW Z4 (338 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 2008 Ford Escape. (153 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Escape.
Because 2008 BMW Z4 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 Z4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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 Z4 (365 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Escape. (206 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2008 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Escape.
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2008 BMW Z4 | 2008 Ford Escape | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | Z4 | Escape |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3246 cc | 2294 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 338 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 365 Nm | 206 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 87.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 9.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 114 L |