2004 BMW 320 vs. 2010 Ford F-150
To start off, 2010 Ford F-150 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 BMW 320. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 BMW 320 would be higher. At 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford F-150 (310 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 2004 BMW 320. (142 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford F-150 weights approximately 1169 kg more than 2004 BMW 320. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Ford F-150 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 BMW 320. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Ford F-150 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 Ford F-150 (494 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 320. (330 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 320 | 2010 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 320 | F-150 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 5400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 494 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 2659 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5611 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2192 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1991 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3378 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 5 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 8.5 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 98 L |
