2009 BMW 320 vs. 2005 Ford Explorer
To start off, 2009 BMW 320 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Explorer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Explorer would be higher. At 4,014 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Explorer (210 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2009 BMW 320. (141 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 320.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Ford Explorer (330 Nm) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 320. (190 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 320 | 2005 Ford Explorer | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 320 | Explorer |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 4014 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 85 L |
