2004 BMW 325 vs. 2010 Ford F-350
To start off, 2010 Ford F-350 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 BMW 325 would be higher. At 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford F-350 (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 2004 BMW 325. (189 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 325 weights approximately 738 kg more than 2010 Ford F-350.
Let's talk about torque, 2010 Ford F-350 (495 Nm) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 325. (237 Nm). This means 2010 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 325 | 2010 Ford F-350 | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 325 | F-350 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2491 cc | 5400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 972 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 6260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3970 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 115 L |
