2009 BMW X3 vs. 2009 Ford Fiesta
To start off, both 2009 BMW X3 and 2009 Ford Fiesta were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 148 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW X3 weights approximately 519 kg more than 2009 Ford Fiesta.
Because 2009 BMW X3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Ford Fiesta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 BMW X3 (200 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Fiesta. (190 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Fiesta.
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2009 BMW X3 | 2009 Ford Fiesta | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | X3 | Fiesta |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 87.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 83.1 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 198 km/hour | 208 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.5 seconds | 8.4 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1656 kg | 1137 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 3930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2490 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.3 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 45 L |