2007 BMW 328 vs. 2003 Ford C-MAX
To start off, 2007 BMW 328 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Ford C-MAX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Ford C-MAX would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 328 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 328 (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 2003 Ford C-MAX. (110 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford C-MAX.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW 328 (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ford C-MAX. (245 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 328 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ford C-MAX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 328 | 2003 Ford C-MAX | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 328 | C-MAX |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 1560 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2650 mm |
