2012 Ford Transit Connect vs. 2003 BMW 330
To start off, 2012 Ford Transit Connect is newer by 9 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 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW 330 (184 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2012 Ford Transit Connect. (136 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2012 Ford Transit Connect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW 330 weights approximately 231 kg more than 2012 Ford Transit Connect. 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 2012 Ford Transit Connect. 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 237 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Ford Transit Connect. (173 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2003 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Ford Transit Connect.
Compare all specifications:
2012 Ford Transit Connect | 2003 BMW 330 | |
Make | Ford | BMW |
Model | Transit Connect | 330 |
Year Released | 2012 | 2003 |
Body Type | Panel Van | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2000 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 136 HP | 184 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 173 Nm | 410 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | 4-speed automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1574 kg | 1805 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4587 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1796 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2014 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2911 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 63 L |