2007 Ford F-150 vs. 2002 BMW Z3
To start off, 2007 Ford F-150 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 BMW Z3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 BMW Z3 would be higher. At 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 BMW Z3 (229 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2007 Ford F-150. (202 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 BMW Z3 should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford F-150.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Ford F-150 (353 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 BMW Z3. (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 BMW Z3.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Ford F-150 | 2002 BMW Z3 | |
Make | Ford | BMW |
Model | F-150 | Z3 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2002 |
Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4195 cc | 2990 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 229 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 353 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.2:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3520 mm | 2450 mm |