2008 Ford Escape vs. 2009 BMW 525
To start off, 2009 BMW 525 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Ford Escape. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Ford Escape would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 525 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2008 Ford Escape. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Escape weights approximately 190 kg more than 2009 BMW 525.
Because 2009 BMW 525 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, 2009 BMW 525 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, 2009 BMW 525 (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Escape. (168 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Escape | 2009 BMW 525 | |
| Make | Ford | BMW |
| Model | Escape | 525 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2299 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.4 mm | 78.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.3:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 70 L |
