1999 BMW 529 vs. 2003 Ford Econovan
To start off, 2003 Ford Econovan is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 BMW 529. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 BMW 529 would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 BMW 529 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW 529 (193 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 2003 Ford Econovan. (90 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW 529 should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford Econovan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW 529 weights approximately 330 kg more than 2003 Ford Econovan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1999 BMW 529 (410 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 271 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ford Econovan. (139 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 BMW 529 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ford Econovan.
Compare all specifications:
1999 BMW 529 | 2003 Ford Econovan | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | 529 | Econovan |
Year Released | 1999 | 2003 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 1789 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 193 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 139 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1625 kg | 1295 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2210 mm |