2008 Ford Escape vs. 2012 BMW X1
To start off, 2012 BMW X1 is newer by 4 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 2,294 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW X1 (202 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2008 Ford Escape. (153 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW X1 should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Escape.
Because 2012 BMW X1 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Ford Escape. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 BMW X1 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, 2012 BMW X1 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Escape. (206 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2012 BMW X1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Escape. 2012 BMW X1 has automatic transmission and 2008 Ford Escape has manual transmission. 2008 Ford Escape will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 BMW X1 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 Ford Escape | 2012 BMW X1 | |
Make | Ford | BMW |
Model | Escape | X1 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2294 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 202 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 206 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.4 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4454 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1798 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1545 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 114 L | 61 L |