2007 BMW X3 vs. 2007 Ford Territory
To start off, both 2007 BMW X3 and 2007 Ford Territory were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,984 cc, 2007 Ford Territory is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Territory (244 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2007 BMW X3. (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Territory should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW X3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Territory weights approximately 251 kg more than 2007 BMW X3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 BMW X3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Ford Territory. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 BMW X3 will offer significantly more control. 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 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Territory. (380 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2007 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Territory.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW X3 | 2007 Ford Territory | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | X3 | Territory |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 3984 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 244 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 480 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 92.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 99.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.9 seconds | 9.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 2016 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 76 L |
