2003 BMW 645 vs. 2010 Ford Transit Connect
To start off, 2010 Ford Transit Connect is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 BMW 645. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 BMW 645 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 BMW 645 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW 645 (310 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 2010 Ford Transit Connect. (136 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW 645 should accelerate faster than 2010 Ford Transit Connect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW 645 weights approximately 124 kg more than 2010 Ford Transit Connect. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 BMW 645 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 645. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Ford Transit Connect, 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 645 (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 277 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ford Transit Connect. (173 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2003 BMW 645 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ford Transit Connect.
Compare all specifications:
2003 BMW 645 | 2010 Ford Transit Connect | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | 645 | Transit Connect |
Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Panel Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 310 HP | 136 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 173 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1698 kg | 1574 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4587 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1796 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 2014 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2911 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.1 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 58 L |