2011 BMW X3 vs. 2008 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2011 BMW X3 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 3,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Falcon (362 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 2011 BMW X3. (182 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW X3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW X3 weights approximately 86 kg more than 2008 Ford Falcon.
Because 2011 BMW X3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Ford Falcon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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 Falcon (533 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW X3. (380 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW X3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 BMW X3 | 2008 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | X3 | Falcon |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 362 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 533 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 92.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 99.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1704 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4648 mm | 4967 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1881 mm | 1868 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1675 mm | 1433 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2838 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 68 L |
