2009 BMW M6 vs. 2009 Ford Escape

To start off, both 2009 BMW M6 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 M6 (501 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 330 more horse power than 2009 Ford Escape. (171 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW M6 weights approximately 819 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 M6 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 M6. 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 M6 (520 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 288 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Escape. (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Escape.

Compare all specifications:

2009 BMW M6 2009 Ford Escape
Make BMW Ford
Model M6 Escape
Year Released 2009 2009
Body Type Coupe SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Cylinders 10 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 501 HP 171 HP
Engine RPM 7750 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 520 Nm 232 Nm
Torque RPM 6100 RPM 4500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1785 kg 966 kg
Vehicle Length 4880 mm 4440 mm
Vehicle Width 1380 mm 1810 mm
Vehicle Height 1860 mm 1730 mm
Wheelbase Size 2790 mm 2630 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 14.8 L/100km 10.4 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 62 L