2008 Ford Mustang vs. 2010 BMW X3
To start off, 2010 BMW X3 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Mustang (300 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2010 BMW X3. (260 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2010 BMW X3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW X3 weights approximately 105 kg more than 2008 Ford Mustang.
Because 2010 BMW X3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Ford Mustang. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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 Mustang (435 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW X3. (305 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW X3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Mustang | 2010 BMW X3 | |
| Make | Ford | BMW |
| Model | Mustang | X3 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4606 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 435 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4569 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1854 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1676 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2797 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 67 L |
