2003 BMW 520 vs. 2003 Ford Econoline
To start off, both 2003 BMW 520 and 2003 Ford Econoline were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Ford Econoline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford Econoline (197 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2003 BMW 520. (167 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Econoline should accelerate faster than 2003 BMW 520. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Econoline weights approximately 655 kg more than 2003 BMW 520. 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, 2003 Ford Econoline (338 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 BMW 520. (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Econoline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 BMW 520.
Compare all specifications:
2003 BMW 520 | 2003 Ford Econoline | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | 520 | Econoline |
Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2170 cc | 4195 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 167 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 338 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 2325 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 2060 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3510 mm |