2011 Ford Flex vs. 2011 BMW 123
To start off, both 2011 Ford Flex and 2011 BMW 123 were released in the same year (2011). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 60 more horse power than 2011 BMW 123. (202 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Flex should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 123. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Flex weights approximately 543 kg more than 2011 BMW 123. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 BMW 123 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2011 BMW 123. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Ford Flex, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 BMW 123 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford Flex. (336 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 123 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford Flex.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Ford Flex | 2011 BMW 123 | |
Make | Ford | BMW |
Model | Flex | 123 |
Year Released | 2011 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3500 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 262 HP | 202 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 336 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2028 kg | 1485 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5126 mm | 4239 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1928 mm | 1748 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1727 mm | 1421 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2995 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 4.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 51 L |