2009 Ford Escape vs. 2010 BMW X6
To start off, 2010 BMW X6 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Ford Escape. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Ford Escape would be higher. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW X6 (555 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 384 more horse power than 2009 Ford Escape. (171 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW X6 should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW X6 weights approximately 1449 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 2010 BMW X6 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Ford Escape. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 BMW X6 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, 2010 BMW X6 (677 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 445 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Escape. (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 BMW X6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford Escape | 2010 BMW X6 | |
Make | Ford | BMW |
Model | Escape | X6 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 171 HP | 555 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 232 Nm | 677 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 2415 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4877 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1984 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1684 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2934 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.6 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.9 L/100km | 19.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 85 L |