2009 BMW 325 vs. 2009 Ford Escape
To start off, both 2009 BMW 325 and 2009 Ford Escape were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 325 (194 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2009 Ford Escape. (171 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Escape.
Because 2009 BMW 325 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 2009 BMW 325. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 BMW 325 (400 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Escape. (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 325 | 2009 Ford Escape | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | 325 | Escape |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 194 HP | 171 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 232 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.3 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 62 L |