1998 BMW 320 vs. 2006 Ford Territory
To start off, 2006 Ford Territory is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 BMW 320. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 BMW 320 would be higher. At 3,984 cc, 2006 Ford Territory is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Territory (244 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1998 BMW 320. (170 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Territory should accelerate faster than 1998 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 BMW 320 weights approximately 276 kg more than 2006 Ford Territory.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2006 Ford Territory (380 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 BMW 320. (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Territory will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
1998 BMW 320 | 2006 Ford Territory | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | 320 | Territory |
Year Released | 1998 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2169 cc | 3984 cc |
Horse Power | 170 HP | 244 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 380 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 92.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 99.3 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 224 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.3 seconds | 9.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1224 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 76 L |