2008 BMW X3 vs. 2008 Ford Taurus X
To start off, both 2008 BMW X3 and 2008 Ford Taurus X were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Ford Taurus X is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Taurus X (263 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2008 BMW X3. (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Taurus X should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW X3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW X3 weights approximately 997 kg more than 2008 Ford Taurus X.
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 Ford Taurus X (338 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW X3. (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Taurus X 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 Taurus X | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | X3 | Taurus X |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 3494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 263 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 338 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2104 kg | 1107 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2870 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.5 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 72 L |