2009 BMW 735 vs. 2009 Ford Escape
To start off, both 2009 BMW 735 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 735 (268 HP) has 97 more horse power than 2009 Ford Escape. (171 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 735 should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 735 weights approximately 1003 kg more than 2009 Ford Escape. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 BMW 735 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 735. 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 735 (360 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Escape. (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 735 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Escape. 2009 BMW 735 has automatic transmission and 2009 Ford Escape has manual transmission. 2009 Ford Escape will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 BMW 735 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 735 | 2009 Ford Escape | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 735 | Escape |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 268 HP | 171 HP |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 972 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.1 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 62 L |
