1998 Ford Ka vs. 2012 BMW X3
To start off, 2012 BMW X3 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Ford Ka. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ford Ka would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW X3 (311 HP @ 3300 RPM) has 252 more horse power than 1998 Ford Ka. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW X3 weights approximately 1045 kg more than 1998 Ford Ka. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 BMW X3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Ford Ka. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 BMW X3 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, 2012 BMW X3 (630 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 525 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Ka. (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Ford Ka | 2012 BMW X3 | |
Make | Ford | BMW |
Model | Ka | X3 |
Year Released | 1998 | 2012 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1299 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 311 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Torque | 105 Nm | 630 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1925 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4648 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1881 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1675 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 67 L |