2008 BMW X3 vs. 2008 Ford F-450
To start off, both 2008 BMW X3 and 2008 Ford F-450 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 6,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ford F-450 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford F-450 (350 HP @ 3000 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 2008 BMW X3. (162 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford F-450 should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW X3.
Because 2008 BMW X3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Ford F-450. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Ford F-450 (881 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 551 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW X3. (330 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Ford F-450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW X3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW X3 | 2008 Ford F-450 | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | X3 | F-450 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 6400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 162 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 881 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 6670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 2430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 2030 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 4390 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.5 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 144 L |
