2007 BMW X3 vs. 2006 Ford Five Hundred
To start off, 2007 BMW X3 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford Five Hundred. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford Five Hundred would be higher. At 2,992 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW X3 (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2006 Ford Five Hundred. (203 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Five Hundred. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW X3 weights approximately 50 kg more than 2006 Ford Five Hundred. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2007 BMW X3 (480 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Five Hundred. (281 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Five Hundred.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW X3 | 2006 Ford Five Hundred | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | X3 | Five Hundred |
Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2992 cc | 2983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 203 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 480 Nm | 281 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 1715 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 5100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2870 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 72 L |