2000 BMW 323 vs. 2010 Ford Explorer
To start off, 2010 Ford Explorer is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 BMW 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 BMW 323 would be higher. At 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 BMW 323 (341 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 2010 Ford Explorer. (210 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW 323 should accelerate faster than 2010 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Explorer weights approximately 631 kg more than 2000 BMW 323.
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, 2010 Ford Explorer (344 Nm) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 BMW 323. (245 Nm). This means 2010 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 BMW 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 BMW 323 | 2010 Ford Explorer | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 323 | Explorer |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2501 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 341 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 344 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 2061 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4912 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1872 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1849 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2888 mm |
