1997 Ford Explorer vs. 2000 BMW 320
To start off, 2000 BMW 320 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Ford Explorer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Ford Explorer would be higher. At 3,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 BMW 320 (168 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1997 Ford Explorer. (161 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 1997 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford Explorer weights approximately 305 kg more than 2000 BMW 320.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Ford Explorer (311 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 BMW 320. (214 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1997 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Ford Explorer | 2000 BMW 320 | |
| Make | Ford | BMW |
| Model | Explorer | 320 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2000 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 2171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 214 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1595 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2730 mm |
