2008 Ford Bantam vs. 2011 BMW X3
To start off, 2011 BMW X3 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Ford Bantam. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Ford Bantam would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW X3 (182 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 2008 Ford Bantam. (94 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Bantam. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW X3 weights approximately 790 kg more than 2008 Ford Bantam. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 BMW X3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Ford Bantam. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 BMW X3 (380 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 243 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Bantam. (137 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Bantam.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Ford Bantam | 2011 BMW X3 | |
Make | Ford | BMW |
Model | Bantam | X3 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 137 Nm | 380 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 176 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.5 seconds | 8.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5770 mm | 4648 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1675 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 67 L |