2011 Ford F-250 vs. 2012 BMW X3
To start off, 2012 BMW X3 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Ford F-250. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Ford F-250 would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford F-250 (385 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 2012 BMW X3. (182 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW X3.
Because 2012 BMW X3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Ford F-250. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2011 Ford F-250 (548 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW X3. (380 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2011 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW X3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Ford F-250 | 2012 BMW X3 | |
| Make | Ford | BMW |
| Model | F-250 | X3 |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6200 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 385 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 548 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Vehicle Length | 6269 mm | 4648 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2029 mm | 1881 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1966 mm | 1675 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3967 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 67 L |
