2003 BMW 320 vs. 2009 Ford E-150
To start off, 2009 Ford E-150 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 BMW 320. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 BMW 320 would be higher. At 4,604 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford E-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford E-150 (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2003 BMW 320. (148 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford E-150 should accelerate faster than 2003 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW 320 weights approximately 499 kg more than 2009 Ford E-150.
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, 2009 Ford E-150 (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 BMW 320. (210 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2009 Ford E-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 BMW 320. 2009 Ford E-150 has automatic transmission and 2003 BMW 320 has manual transmission. 2003 BMW 320 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Ford E-150 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 BMW 320 | 2009 Ford E-150 | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 320 | E-150 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 4604 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 388 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 2060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 132 L |
