2009 Ford Escape vs. 2012 BMW 535
To start off, 2012 BMW 535 is newer by 3 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 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW 535 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 535 (311 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 2009 Ford Escape. (171 HP @ 6550 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 535 should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 535 weights approximately 824 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 2012 BMW 535 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 2012 BMW 535. 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, 2012 BMW 535 (600 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 298 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Escape. (302 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 535 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford Escape | 2012 BMW 535 | |
Make | Ford | BMW |
Model | Escape | 535 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2975 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 171 HP | 311 HP |
Engine RPM | 6550 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 302 Nm | 600 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4899 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1464 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2968 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.1 L/100km | 4.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 70 L |