2003 BMW 530 vs. 2006 Ford E-250
To start off, 2006 Ford E-250 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 BMW 530. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 BMW 530 would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford E-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford E-250 (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2003 BMW 530. (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford E-250 should accelerate faster than 2003 BMW 530. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW 530 weights approximately 461 kg more than 2006 Ford E-250.
Because 2003 BMW 530 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2003 BMW 530. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford E-250, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 BMW 530 (501 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford E-250. (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford E-250.
Compare all specifications:
2003 BMW 530 | 2006 Ford E-250 | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | 530 | E-250 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2926 cc | 4605 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 501 Nm | 388 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 90 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1685 kg | 1224 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 2120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3510 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 5.5 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9.5 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.9 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 132 L |