2009 Ford Explorer vs. 2007 BMW 330
To start off, 2009 Ford Explorer is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW 330 would be higher. At 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Explorer (292 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2007 BMW 330. (228 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 330 weights approximately 539 kg more than 2009 Ford Explorer.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Ford Explorer (427 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 330. (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford Explorer | 2007 BMW 330 | |
Make | Ford | BMW |
Model | Explorer | 330 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4606 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 292 HP | 228 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 427 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 10.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1505 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.4 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.3 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 63 L |