2003 Ford Explorer vs. 2010 BMW 328
To start off, 2010 BMW 328 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Ford Explorer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Ford Explorer would be higher. At 4,014 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 328 (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2003 Ford Explorer. (210 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Explorer weights approximately 314 kg more than 2010 BMW 328.
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 Ford Explorer (335 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW 328. (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW 328.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ford Explorer | 2010 BMW 328 | |
| Make | Ford | BMW |
| Model | Explorer | 328 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4014 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 335 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1939 kg | 1625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5240 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1783 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1369 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2761 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 61 L |
