2001 BMW Compact vs. 2007 Ford E-350
To start off, 2007 Ford E-350 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 BMW Compact. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 BMW Compact would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford E-350 (255 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2001 BMW Compact. (193 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 2001 BMW Compact.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Ford E-350 (476 Nm) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 BMW Compact. (237 Nm). This means 2007 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 BMW Compact. 2007 Ford E-350 has automatic transmission and 2001 BMW Compact has manual transmission. 2001 BMW Compact will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Ford E-350 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW Compact | 2007 Ford E-350 | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | Compact | E-350 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2501 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 476 Nm |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 12 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 2120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 132 L |
