2001 BMW M3 vs. 2007 Ford Territory
To start off, 2007 Ford Territory is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 BMW M3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 BMW M3 would be higher. At 3,984 cc, 2007 Ford Territory is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW M3 (326 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 2007 Ford Territory. (244 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Territory. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Territory weights approximately 361 kg more than 2001 BMW M3.
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, 2007 Ford Territory (380 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 BMW M3. (355 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Territory will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 BMW M3. 2007 Ford Territory has automatic transmission and 2001 BMW M3 has manual transmission. 2001 BMW M3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Ford Territory will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW M3 | 2007 Ford Territory | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | M3 | Territory |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3246 cc | 3984 cc |
| Horse Power | 326 HP | 244 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 92.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 99.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.5 seconds | 9.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1655 kg | 2016 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.1 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 76 L |
