2003 BMW X3 vs. 2004 Ford F-150
To start off, 2004 Ford F-150 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 BMW X3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 BMW X3 would be higher. At 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford F-150 (203 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2003 BMW X3. (201 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2003 BMW X3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW X3 weights approximately 93 kg more than 2004 Ford F-150.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 BMW X3 (410 Nm) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford F-150. (343 Nm). This means 2003 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford F-150.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 BMW X3 | 2004 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | X3 | F-150 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2995 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 203 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 95 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1930 kg | 1837 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3050 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.3 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.1 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.1 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 95 L |
