2011 Ford Flex vs. 2003 BMW 330
To start off, 2011 Ford Flex is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 BMW 330 would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Ford Flex is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Flex (262 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 2003 BMW 330. (184 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Flex should accelerate faster than 2003 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Flex weights approximately 223 kg more than 2003 BMW 330. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 BMW 330 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Ford Flex. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 BMW 330 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, 2003 BMW 330 (410 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford Flex. (336 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford Flex.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Ford Flex | 2003 BMW 330 | |
| Make | Ford | BMW |
| Model | Flex | 330 |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 262 HP | 184 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 336 Nm | 410 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2028 kg | 1805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5126 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1928 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1727 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2995 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 63 L |
