2008 BMW X3 vs. 2008 Ford Maverick
To start off, both 2008 BMW X3 and 2008 Ford Maverick were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW X3 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 2008 Ford Maverick. (122 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Maverick. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW X3 weights approximately 320 kg more than 2008 Ford Maverick. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 2008 BMW X3 (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Maverick. (175 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Maverick.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW X3 | 2008 Ford Maverick | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | X3 | Maverick |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 122 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 205 km/hour | 166 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.8 seconds | 12 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1835 kg | 1515 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.4 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 62 L |