2009 BMW 335 vs. 2006 Ford Escape
To start off, 2009 BMW 335 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford Escape. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford Escape would be higher. At 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 335 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2006 Ford Escape. (200 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Escape.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Ford Escape (262 Nm @ 4850 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 335. (200 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 335.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 335 | 2006 Ford Escape | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 335 | Escape |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 2999 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 262 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4850 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.2 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 62 L |
