2009 Ford Escape vs. 2013 BMW X5 M
To start off, 2013 BMW X5 M is newer by 4 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 4,395 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 BMW X5 M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW X5 M (547 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 376 more horse power than 2009 Ford Escape. (171 HP @ 6550 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW X5 M should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW X5 M weights approximately 1469 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 2013 BMW X5 M 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, 2013 BMW X5 M 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, 2013 BMW X5 M (678 Nm @ 5650 RPM) has 376 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Escape. (302 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2013 BMW X5 M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Escape | 2013 BMW X5 M | |
| Make | Ford | BMW |
| Model | Escape | X5 M |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2975 cc | 4395 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 547 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6550 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 302 Nm | 678 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 5650 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 2435 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4851 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2197 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1764 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2933 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.1 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 16.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 85 L |
