2008 BMW 330 vs. 2010 Ford Explorer
To start off, 2010 Ford Explorer is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 BMW 330 would be higher. At 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 330 (310 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 2010 Ford Explorer. (210 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2010 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Explorer weights approximately 346 kg more than 2008 BMW 330.
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, 2010 Ford Explorer (344 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 330. (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 330. 2010 Ford Explorer has automatic transmission and 2008 BMW 330 has manual transmission. 2008 BMW 330 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Ford Explorer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 330 | 2010 Ford Explorer | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 330 | Explorer |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 344 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1675 kg | 2021 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4912 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1872 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1849 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2888 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 85 L |
