2007 BMW X3 vs. 2010 Ford Transit Connect
To start off, 2010 Ford Transit Connect is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW X3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW X3 would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW X3 (260 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 2010 Ford Transit Connect. (136 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 2010 Ford Transit Connect.
Because 2007 BMW X3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Ford Transit Connect. 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 (306 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ford Transit Connect. (173 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2007 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ford Transit Connect. 2010 Ford Transit Connect has automatic transmission and 2007 BMW X3 has manual transmission. 2007 BMW X3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Ford Transit Connect will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2007 BMW X3 | 2010 Ford Transit Connect | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | X3 | Transit Connect |
Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | Panel Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 260 HP | 136 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 306 Nm | 173 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4587 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1796 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 2014 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2911 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.1 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 58 L |