2000 Ford F-150 vs. 2000 BMW 320
To start off, both 2000 Ford F-150 and 2000 BMW 320 were released in the same year (2000). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford F-150 (202 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2000 BMW 320. (168 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2000 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford F-150 weights approximately 480 kg more than 2000 BMW 320. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Ford F-150 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 BMW 320. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Ford F-150 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, 2000 Ford F-150 (338 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 BMW 320. (214 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 BMW 320. 2000 BMW 320 has automatic transmission and 2000 Ford F-150 has manual transmission. 2000 Ford F-150 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 BMW 320 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2000 Ford F-150 | 2000 BMW 320 | |
Make | Ford | BMW |
Model | F-150 | 320 |
Year Released | 2000 | 2000 |
Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4195 cc | 2171 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 214 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2075 kg | 1595 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2730 mm |