2003 BMW 320 vs. 2013 Ford F-150
To start off, 2013 Ford F-150 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 BMW 320. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 BMW 320 would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford F-150 (355 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 2003 BMW 320. (150 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2003 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford F-150 weights approximately 1088 kg more than 2003 BMW 320. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Ford F-150 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 BMW 320. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2013 Ford F-150 (515 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 BMW 320. (350 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
2003 BMW 320 | 2013 Ford F-150 | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | 320 | F-150 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 5000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 355 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 515 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 2593 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 6195 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2464 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1920 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 3988 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 5.4 L/100km | 10.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9.7 L/100km | 15 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 136 L |