1996 BMW 545 vs. 2006 Ford F-150
To start off, 2006 Ford F-150 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 BMW 545. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 BMW 545 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 BMW 545 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW 545 (282 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2006 Ford F-150. (203 HP @ 4350 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW 545 should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford F-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford F-150 weights approximately 1206 kg more than 1996 BMW 545.
Because 2006 Ford F-150 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 BMW 545. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-150 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, 1996 BMW 545 (440 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford F-150. (353 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1996 BMW 545 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford F-150.
Compare all specifications:
1996 BMW 545 | 2006 Ford F-150 | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | 545 | F-150 |
Year Released | 1996 | 2006 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 4195 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 203 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4350 RPM |
Torque | 440 Nm | 353 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 2856 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3200 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 98 L |