2009 Ford Escape vs. 2011 BMW 120
To start off, 2011 BMW 120 is newer by 2 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. At 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 120 (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2009 Ford Escape. (153 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 120 should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 120 weights approximately 474 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 Ford Escape is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 BMW 120. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2011 BMW 120 (351 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Escape. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Escape | 2011 BMW 120 | |
| Make | Ford | BMW |
| Model | Escape | 120 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2488 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 351 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 4.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 51 L |
