2003 BMW X5 vs. 2004 Ford E-350
To start off, 2004 Ford E-350 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 BMW X5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 BMW X5 would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford E-350 (255 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2003 BMW X5. (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 2003 BMW X5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford E-350 weights approximately 308 kg more than 2003 BMW X5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 BMW X5 (500 Nm) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford E-350. (475 Nm). This means 2003 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford E-350.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 BMW X5 | 2004 Ford E-350 | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | X5 | E-350 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 475 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 2488 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 2140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 132 L |
