2009 BMW 330 vs. 2005 Ford Escape
To start off, 2009 BMW 330 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Escape. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Escape would be higher. At 2,993 cc, 2009 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 330 (242 HP) has 41 more horse power than 2005 Ford Escape. (201 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Escape.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 BMW 330 (521 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Escape. (251 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 330 | 2005 Ford Escape | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 330 | Escape |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 2961 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 201 HP |
| Torque | 521 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 89.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.3 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 62 L |
