2005 BMW M3 vs. 2005 Ford Explorer
To start off, both 2005 BMW M3 and 2005 Ford Explorer were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW M3 (328 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 2005 Ford Explorer. (158 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Explorer weights approximately 378 kg more than 2005 BMW M3.
Because 2005 Ford Explorer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 BMW M3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford Explorer 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, 2005 BMW M3 (330 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Explorer. (305 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2005 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Explorer.
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2005 BMW M3 | 2005 Ford Explorer | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | M3 | Explorer |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2996 cc | 3996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 328 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1572 kg | 1950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2840 mm |