2004 BMW X3 vs. 2004 Ford Taurus
To start off, both 2004 BMW X3 and 2004 Ford Taurus were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW X3 (225 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2004 Ford Taurus. (155 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Taurus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW X3 weights approximately 239 kg more than 2004 Ford Taurus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 BMW X3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Ford Taurus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 BMW X3 (290 Nm) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Taurus. (245 Nm). This means 2004 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Taurus.
Compare all specifications:
2004 BMW X3 | 2004 Ford Taurus | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | X3 | Taurus |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2925 cc | 2967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 155 HP |
Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 290 Nm | 245 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 79 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1825 kg | 1586 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 5030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2870 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.4 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 68 L |