2009 BMW X3 vs. 2006 Ford Five Hundred
To start off, 2009 BMW X3 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford Five Hundred. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford Five Hundred would be higher. At 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Five Hundred is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Five Hundred (203 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2009 BMW X3. (189 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Five Hundred should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW X3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW X3 weights approximately 100 kg more than 2006 Ford Five Hundred.
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, 2006 Ford Five Hundred (281 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW X3. (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Five Hundred will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW X3.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW X3 | 2006 Ford Five Hundred | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | X3 | Five Hundred |
Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 2983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 189 HP | 203 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 281 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1715 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 5100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2870 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 72 L |