2003 BMW X Activity vs. 2005 Ford Maverick
To start off, 2005 Ford Maverick is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 BMW X Activity. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 BMW X Activity would be higher. At 2,992 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 BMW X Activity is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW X Activity (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2005 Ford Maverick. (148 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW X Activity should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Maverick. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW X Activity weights approximately 115 kg more than 2005 Ford Maverick. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 2003 BMW X Activity (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Maverick. (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 BMW X Activity will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Maverick.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 BMW X Activity | 2005 Ford Maverick | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | X Activity | Maverick |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2992 cc | 2288 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 62 L |
