2003 BMW X3 vs. 2003 Ford C-MAX
To start off, both 2003 BMW X3 and 2003 Ford C-MAX were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW X3 (189 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2003 Ford C-MAX. (110 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford C-MAX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW X3 weights approximately 489 kg more than 2003 Ford C-MAX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 BMW X3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Ford C-MAX. 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, both vehicles can yield 245 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
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2003 BMW X3 | 2003 Ford C-MAX | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | X3 | C-MAX |
Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 1560 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 189 HP | 110 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 88.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.4:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1326 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2650 mm |