2004 BMW 325 vs. 2010 Ford Transit Connect
To start off, 2010 Ford Transit Connect 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 2,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 325 (189 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2010 Ford Transit Connect. (136 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2010 Ford Transit Connect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 325 weights approximately 136 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 BMW 325 (237 Nm) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ford Transit Connect. (173 Nm). This means 2004 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ford Transit Connect.
Compare all specifications:
2004 BMW 325 | 2010 Ford Transit Connect | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | 325 | Transit Connect |
Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Panel Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2491 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 189 HP | 136 HP |
Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 237 Nm | 173 Nm |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1574 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4587 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1796 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 2014 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2911 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.1 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 58 L |