2007 BMW 325 vs. 2002 Ford Explorer
To start off, 2007 BMW 325 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Ford Explorer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Ford Explorer would be higher. At 4,016 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2002 Ford Explorer. (210 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ford Explorer weights approximately 519 kg more than 2007 BMW 325.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Ford Explorer (321 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 325. (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2002 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 325 | 2002 Ford Explorer | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 325 | Explorer |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 4016 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 321 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.8 mm | 100.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 84.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1939 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 5240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3070 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 85 L |
