2007 Ford Territory vs. 2013 BMW 1 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 1 Series is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Ford Territory. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Ford Territory would be higher. 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 17 more horse power than 2013 BMW 1 Series. (227 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Territory should accelerate faster than 2013 BMW 1 Series. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Territory weights approximately 431 kg more than 2013 BMW 1 Series. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Territory (380 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 BMW 1 Series. (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Territory will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 BMW 1 Series. 2007 Ford Territory has automatic transmission and 2013 BMW 1 Series has manual transmission. 2013 BMW 1 Series will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Ford Territory will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Territory | 2013 BMW 1 Series | |
| Make | Ford | BMW |
| Model | Territory | 1 Series |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3984 cc | 2996 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 244 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.3 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.3 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.7 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.6 seconds | 6.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2016 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4373 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1919 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1411 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 53 L |
