1997 Ford F-150 vs. 2011 BMW X3
To start off, 2011 BMW X3 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Ford F-150. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Ford F-150 would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW X3 (311 HP @ 3300 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1997 Ford F-150. (217 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 1997 Ford F-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford F-150 weights approximately 180 kg more than 2011 BMW X3.
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 X3 (630 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Ford F-150. (393 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2011 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Ford F-150.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Ford F-150 | 2011 BMW X3 | |
| Make | Ford | BMW |
| Model | F-150 | X3 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4605 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 311 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 630 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2105 kg | 1925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4648 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1881 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1675 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2810 mm |
