2011 BMW 335 vs. 2012 Ford Escape
To start off, 2012 Ford Escape is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 BMW 335. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 BMW 335 would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 335 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 2012 Ford Escape. (177 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 2012 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 335 weights approximately 148 kg more than 2012 Ford Escape. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 BMW 335 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 2011 BMW 335. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2011 BMW 335 (406 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Ford Escape. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 BMW 335 | 2012 Ford Escape | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 335 | Escape |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3000 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 406 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1805 kg | 1657 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4437 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1783 mm | 1806 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1384 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2761 mm | 2619 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.4 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 57 L |
