2010 Ford Escape vs. 2011 BMW 325
To start off, 2011 BMW 325 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Ford Escape. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Ford Escape would be higher. At 2,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Escape (265 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2011 BMW 325. (215 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Escape weights approximately 420 kg more than 2011 BMW 325. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Ford Escape is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 BMW 325. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Ford Escape (339 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW 325. (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Ford Escape | 2011 BMW 325 | |
Make | Ford | BMW |
Model | Escape | 325 |
Year Released | 2010 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2500 cc | 2494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 265 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1945 kg | 1525 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4717 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1925 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1702 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2824 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 63 L |