2011 Ford Maverick vs. 2013 BMW 3 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 3 Series is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Ford Maverick. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Ford Maverick would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 BMW 3 Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 3 Series (296 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 2011 Ford Maverick. (148 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 3 Series should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford Maverick. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 3 Series weights approximately 97 kg more than 2011 Ford Maverick. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Ford Maverick is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 BMW 3 Series. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Ford Maverick 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, 2013 BMW 3 Series (407 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford Maverick. (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 3 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford Maverick.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Ford Maverick | 2013 BMW 3 Series | |
| Make | Ford | BMW |
| Model | Maverick | 3 Series |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2288 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.2 :1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 171 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.5 seconds | 5.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1518 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1961 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1395 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 61 L |
