2012 BMW X3 vs. 2013 Ford Taurus
To start off, 2013 Ford Taurus is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2012 BMW X3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2012 BMW X3 would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Taurus (284 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 2012 BMW X3. (182 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW X3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Taurus weights approximately 44 kg more than 2012 BMW X3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 BMW X3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Ford Taurus. 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, 2012 BMW X3 (380 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Ford Taurus. (344 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Ford Taurus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 BMW X3 | 2013 Ford Taurus | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | X3 | Taurus |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 284 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 344 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1834 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4648 mm | 5154 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1881 mm | 2177 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1675 mm | 1542 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2868 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 5.3 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 6.1 L/100km | 12 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 75 L |
