2009 BMW M3 vs. 2002 Ford Escape
To start off, 2009 BMW M3 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Ford Escape. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Ford Escape would be higher. At 3,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW M3 (414 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 286 more horse power than 2002 Ford Escape. (128 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW M3 weights approximately 55 kg more than 2002 Ford Escape. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Ford Escape is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 BMW M3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Ford Escape 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, 2009 BMW M3 (400 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford Escape. (168 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW M3 | 2002 Ford Escape | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | M3 | Escape |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3999 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 414 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 59 L |
