2003 BMW X3 vs. 2002 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2003 BMW X3 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 3,984 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ford Falcon (221 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2003 BMW X3. (201 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 2003 BMW X3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW X3 weights approximately 415 kg more than 2002 Ford Falcon.
Because 2003 BMW X3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Ford Falcon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 BMW X3 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, 2003 BMW X3 (410 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford Falcon. (357 Nm @ 3150 RPM). This means 2003 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford Falcon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 BMW X3 | 2002 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | X3 | Falcon |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2002 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2995 cc | 3984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 221 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 357 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3150 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 92.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 99.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1930 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 59 L |
