2007 BMW X3 vs. 2000 Ford Equator
To start off, 2007 BMW X3 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ford Equator. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ford Equator would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW X3 (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2000 Ford Equator. (128 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Equator. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW X3 weights approximately 557 kg more than 2000 Ford Equator. 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 X3 (480 Nm) has 320 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Equator. (160 Nm). This means 2007 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Equator.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW X3 | 2000 Ford Equator | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | X3 | Equator |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2000 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1787 cc |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 480 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 1208 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 3260 mm |
