2003 BMW X3 vs. 2013 Ford Taurus
To start off, 2013 Ford Taurus is newer by 10 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Taurus (284 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 2003 BMW X3. (201 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 2003 BMW X3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW X3 weights approximately 96 kg more than 2013 Ford Taurus.
Because 2003 BMW X3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Ford Taurus. 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 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Ford Taurus. (344 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Ford Taurus.
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2003 BMW X3 | 2013 Ford Taurus | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | X3 | Taurus |
Year Released | 2003 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2995 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 284 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 344 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1930 kg | 1834 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 5154 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2177 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1542 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2868 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.3 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.1 L/100km | 12 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 75 L |