1998 BMW 325 vs. 2006 Ford E-150
To start off, 2006 Ford E-150 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 BMW 325 would be higher. At 4,604 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford E-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford E-150 (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1998 BMW 325. (114 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford E-150 should accelerate faster than 1998 BMW 325.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Ford E-150 (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 BMW 325. (220 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2006 Ford E-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 BMW 325 | 2006 Ford E-150 | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 325 | E-150 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2498 cc | 4604 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 388 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 22.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 2060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 132 L |
