2002 BMW M3 vs. 2010 Ford Explorer
To start off, 2010 Ford Explorer is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 BMW M3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 BMW M3 would be higher. At 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 BMW M3 (338 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 2010 Ford Explorer. (210 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2010 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Explorer weights approximately 466 kg more than 2002 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, 2002 BMW M3 (355 Nm) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ford Explorer. (344 Nm). This means 2002 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ford Explorer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 BMW M3 | 2010 Ford Explorer | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | M3 | Explorer |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3246 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 338 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 355 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 | 1595 kg | 2061 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4912 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1872 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1849 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2888 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 85 L |
