2008 BMW X3 vs. 2003 Ford F-250
To start off, 2008 BMW X3 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Ford F-250. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Ford F-250 would be higher. At 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford F-250 (256 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2008 BMW X3. (189 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW X3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford F-250 weights approximately 585 kg more than 2008 BMW X3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Ford F-250 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 BMW X3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Ford F-250 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, 2003 Ford F-250 (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW X3. (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW X3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW X3 | 2003 Ford F-250 | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | X3 | F-250 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2003 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 5407 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 474 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 2350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 3490 mm |
