2007 BMW Convertible vs. 2007 Ford S-Max
To start off, both 2007 BMW Convertible and 2007 Ford S-Max were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 BMW Convertible is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW Convertible (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 219 more horse power than 2007 Ford S-Max. (143 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW Convertible should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford S-Max. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW Convertible weights approximately 245 kg more than 2007 Ford S-Max. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW Convertible (490 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 305 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford S-Max. (185 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 BMW Convertible will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford S-Max. 2007 BMW Convertible has automatic transmission and 2007 Ford S-Max has manual transmission. 2007 Ford S-Max will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 BMW Convertible will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW Convertible | 2007 Ford S-Max | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | Convertible | S-Max |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 362 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 197 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.7 seconds | 11.2 seconds |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 1605 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
